HV (High Voltage) Lead - Owner's Representative

About the role

Turner & Townsend is looking for an experienced High Voltage Electrical Lead to act as Owner's Representative on a major grid-connection and data centre project in Oulu, Finland. The role requires strong technical knowledge of high-voltage civil works, utility/grid interface experience, and the ability to manage contractors, ensure compliance and represent the client's interests throughout design and construction.

Key responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end HV substation design, from concept studies and Grid Connection Agreements through FEED to detailed design
• Define interfaces between incoming HV infrastructure and internal facility power systems (generators, UPS, MSBs and switchgear)
• Direct commissioning, oversee Senior Authorised Person (SAP) switching protocols and manage Integrated Systems Testing (IST)
• Oversee HV civil engineering packages for grid-connection projects
• Act as the client's on-site representative with TSOs/DSOs, EPCs and contractors
• Review designs, method statements and construction drawings
• Ensure regulatory compliance, safety standards and quality assurance
• Manage project risks, change control and progress reporting

Required profile

• Strong background in HV substations, transmission/distribution projects or grid-related civil works
• Experience acting as Owner's Engineer or Owner's Representative
• Construction sector experience, ideally within a data centre environment
• Exposure to large-scale complex projects, working closely with the client
• Excellent stakeholder management