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title: 'ICT PM - North Norway at Overwatch Mission Critical'
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# ICT PM - North Norway at Overwatch Mission Critical

- **Company:** Overwatch Mission Critical
- **Location:** Norway
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-07-17
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-05
- **Apply:** https://jobs.gem.com/overwatch/am9icG9zdDopQ_N233cfwQ-whhVHf4oq

## Job description

ICT Project Manager Norway Applications only open to:

- EU passport holders
- British passport holders with a degree

Rotation:

- 3 weeks in-country, 1-week remote working

Employment type:

- Salary – fixed term employment
- Freelance – the worker needs to register in Norway

In partnership with Overwatch EMEA, our client is building the infrastructure for Europe’s AI revolution, developing cutting-edge sovereign generative AI solutions powered by a new generation of high-performance, sustainable data centres and GPUs built specifically for AI workloads.

We are actively recruiting for an experienced ICT Project Manager to oversee the delivery of all ICT and ELV (Extra Low Voltage) systems across our client's hyperscale data centre projects. You will manage the technical execution of ICT packages from design coordination through construction, commissioning, testing, and handover.

This owner-side role demands a strong understanding of structured cabling, fibre infrastructure, network systems, security systems, and integrated building technologies. You will ensure ICT works are designed, installed, tested, and commissioned to meet our client's safety, performance, and quality standards while maintaining seamless integration with all other building systems.

## Key Responsibilities

- Coordinate and oversee all ICT and ELV construction activities, ensuring works meet design intent, programme, and technical standards.
- Ensure compliance with local ICT standards, statutory requirements, industry best practice, and HSE regulations relevant to the project location.
- Review and validate ICT design drawings, submittals, technical documentation, and installation methodologies for constructability and compliance.
- Manage on-site interfaces between ICT systems and other disciplines including Electrical, Mechanical, Controls, and CSA.
- Monitor and report on project progress, identify delivery risks, and support recovery planning across ICT packages, ensuring alignment with the wider project team.
- Oversee quality assurance, inspections, testing, and commissioning of ICT systems throughout installation and handover.
- Coordinate integrated systems testing (IST), ensuring all ICT infrastructure and connected systems are fully verified, documented, and operational.
- Lead regular coordination meetings with contractors, consultants, vendors, and internal stakeholders to maintain programme alignment and resolve technical issues.
- Promote a culture of safety, technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement across all ICT project activities.

## Qualifications

- 6+ years' experience managing ICT or ELV project delivery, ideally within data centre, mission-critical, or large-scale infrastructure projects.
- Degree or equivalent qualification in Information Technology, Telecommunications, Electronic Engineering, Building Services, or a related discipline.
- Strong understanding of structured cabling systems, fibre optic networks, data networking, wireless infrastructure, security systems (CCTV, Access Control), AV systems, and BMS integration.
- Experience managing ICT commissioning activities, including integrated systems testing (IST), validation, and project handover.
- Proven experience coordinating ICT design, installation, testing, and commissioning across multiple stakeholders.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
- Proficient with project reporting, scheduling, and document management tools.
- Fluent in English; Norwegian would be advantageous.

## About Overwatch Mission Critical

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Overwatch provides professional services and workforce solutions for the full lifecycle of data centers and mission-critical facilities, from planning and construction to commissioning and operations.
- **Entity Type**: Private (funding rounds include Private Equity, Venture, and Debt Financing)
- **Headquarters**: Austin, Texas, United States
- **Founded**: 2019
- **Founders**: Not publicly disclosed (CEO is Kirk Offel)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Professional Services for Data Centers & Mission Critical Infrastructure
- **Target customers**: B2B – data center operators, hyperscalers, enterprises, and government agencies requiring construction, commissioning, and operational support for mission-critical facilities.
- **Mission or purpose statement**: “Powering AI and the fifth industrial revolution” and “building the workforce behind the future of AI and digital infrastructure.”

## Products & Services
- **Professional Services (Consulting & Staffing)**: Provides personnel and expertise across the data center lifecycle – planning, design, construction, commissioning, and operations. Specializes in project management, electrical/mechanical engineering, safety, QA/QC, and cost management.
- **Veteran Talent Acquisition**: A service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) that actively recruits and places military veterans into data center and mission-critical roles.
- **Training & Workforce Development**: Offers instructor-led programs such as Data Center Operations Instructor and Electrical Instructor roles, indicating a focus on upskilling workers for the industry.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed
- **Key Metric**: Total funding – includes a Private Equity round led by The Argentum Group, a Venture Round (November 2025), and a Debt Financing round (February 2026) led by Everside Capital Partners.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: The Argentum Group, Everside Capital Partners
- **Growth Signals**: 
  - 252% 3-year growth (named to Inc. 5000 in 2026, ranked #1,405)
  - Headcount grew 89.8% YoY to 221 employees (LinkedIn data)
  - Expanded into EMEA operations in February 2025
  - Appointed Marc Spier as CFO (June 2025) and Mike Sarraille as Chief Talent Officer (January 2025)
  - Acquired Talent War Group (December 2024) to bridge data center talent gaps

## Competitive Advantages
- **SDVOSB certification**: Differentiator for government and prime contractor contracts requiring veteran-owned small business participation.
- **Mission-first culture**: Emphasis on military ethos (ownership, determination, teamwork) attracts veteran talent and creates high retention.
- **End-to-end services**: Covers every phase of data center development, reducing client coordination burden.
- **Rapid growth trajectory**: High revenue/headcount growth signals strong market demand and scalability.

## Strategic Focus
- **International expansion**: Recently launched EMEA operations to serve global clients.
- **Workforce scaling**: Aggressively hiring across project management, engineering, safety, and commissioning roles; building a talent pipeline through acquisitions and training programs.
- **AI infrastructure support**: Positioning itself as the workforce partner for the growing AI and digital infrastructure sector.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Rated “very inspiring” with daily leadership tips and mentorship – 4.7/5 for management and job security on Indeed. Work wellbeing score of 90 (high).
- **Work model**: Most roles are in-office (Dallas, Austin, Abilene, etc.) but some remote positions exist (e.g., Construction Talent Interviewing Specialist, Cost Manager, Technical Program Manager). Hybrid flexibility varies by role.
- **Compensation & Benefits**: Indeed reviewers give Compensation & Benefits 4.9/5. Salaries appear competitive (e.g., Project Manager ~$157k, Safety Manager ~$115k).
- **Veteran-friendly**: Strong emphasis on hiring veterans and creating a team-oriented environment with clear mission and purpose.
- **Training**: Offers internal training programs and instructor-led courses, supporting career advancement.

## Sources
1. [weareoverwatch.com/careers](https://weareoverwatch.com/careers/)
2. [linkedin.com/company/overwatch-mission-critical](https://linkedin.com/company/overwatch-mission-critical)
3. [jobs.gem.com/overwatch](https://jobs.gem.com/overwatch)
4. [indeed.com/cmp/Overwatch-Mission-Critical](https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Overwatch-Mission-Critical)
5. [inc.com/profile/overwatch-mission-critical](https://www.inc.com/profile/overwatch-mission-critical)

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