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1. Position Summary
The Electrical Lead is responsible for providing technical leadership, governance, and delivery assurance for all electrical systems on data center construction projects delivered under a Project Management Consultancy (PMC) model.
Acting as the client’s technical representative for electrical scopes, the role ensures that electrical design, construction, testing, commissioning, and handover activities meet project requirements, industry standards, and mission-critical performance expectations. The position works closely with Project Managers, Project Directors, consultants, contractors, and vendors to ensure coordinated, compliant, and high-quality delivery across one or multiple data center projects.
2. Key Responsibilities
Electrical Scope Leadership
Lead and manage all electrical aspects of data center projects from design development through construction, commissioning, and handover.
Provide technical governance and assurance across electrical systems to ensure alignment with client standards, operational requirements, and project objectives.
Act as the primary technical authority for electrical matters within the PMC delivery team.
Design Review & Technical Approvals
Review and provide technical input on electrical designs, specifications, calculations, and single-line diagrams.
Review and comment on shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, and installation proposals.
Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, standards, client requirements, and data center best practices.
Support resolution of design-related issues and clarifications during construction.
Contractor & Consultant Coordination
Coordinate closely with electrical contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and multidisciplinary consultants.
Monitor contractor execution to ensure compliance with approved designs, quality standards, and safety requirements.
Participate in technical workshops, coordination meetings, and site progress reviews.
Manage interfaces between electrical systems and other disciplines including mechanical, ICT, controls, fire systems, and civil works.
Support timely resolution of technical and interface issues on site.
Construction Oversight, Testing & Commissioning
Provide on-site technical oversight during installation, testing, and commissioning activities.
Review and approve inspection and test plans (ITPs), factory acceptance tests (FATs), site acceptance tests (SATs), and commissioning procedures.
Support integrated systems testing (IST) and end-to-end power system validation.
Ensure electrical systems are delivered in line with redundancy, resilience, and reliability requirements.
Support readiness-for-operations and smooth transition to facilities and operations teams.
Risk, Quality & Safety Support
Identify electrical-related risks and support mitigation planning.
Ensure adherence to quality assurance processes and technical compliance requirements.
Support safety reviews, audits, and incident investigations related to electrical works.
Assist in resolving non-conformances, defects, and punch list items prior to handover.
3. Technical Expertise (Data Center Focus)
Data center and mission-critical electrical infrastructure delivery.
HV and LV power distribution systems.
UPS systems, generators, switchgear, transformers, PDUs, and RPPs.
Electrical redundancy architectures (N, N+1, 2N, distributed redundancy).
Grounding and earthing systems, lightning protection, and power quality.
Electrical system protection, coordination, and selectivity.
Familiarity with Uptime Institute Tier I–IV standards.
Knowledge of relevant international and local electrical codes and standards (e.g., IEC, IEEE, NFPA, local regulations).
4. Qualifications & Experience
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical discipline.
Experience
15–20 years of overall experience in electrical engineering or electrical systems delivery.
Direct experience on data center or mission-critical infrastructure projects.
Proven experience supporting full project lifecycle delivery, from design through commissioning and handover.
Professional Certifications (Preferred, Not Mandatory)
Professional Engineer (PE), Chartered Engineer (CEng), or equivalent.
Data center–related certifications (e.g., Uptime Institute ATD, CDCP).
Electrical safety or commissioning-related certifications are an advantage.
5. Core Competencies
Strong technical judgment and attention to detail.
Effective coordination and interface management with contractors and consultants.
Clear, confident communication with clients and project teams.
Practical problem-solving and decision-support capability.
Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, high-risk, mission-critical environments.
Proactive, collaborative, and delivery-focused mindset.
If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements below. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:
JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.
About JLL –
We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.
Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we’re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.
Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.
