ELV Project Manager

About the role

This opportunity is for an ELV Project Manager to join a major engineering contractor in Frankfurt, Germany. The role focuses on coordinating and planning the people, materials, and subcontractors needed to deliver ELV and ICT project scope successfully.

Key responsibilities

• Work under the Electrical Project Manager and help deliver the assigned ELV and ICT system packages.
• Review IFC documents, design drawings, and specifications, then raise and follow up on RFIs and technical queries.
• Support BIM coordination so construction drawings, fabrication drawings, and isometrics can be produced.
• Contribute to RAMS, method statements, and permit-to-work documentation.
• Align engineering activities with the project programme, prepare take-offs and the Engineering Materials Report, and track procurement, submittals, and field need dates to prevent delays.
• Oversee site installation quality for ICT and AV infrastructure, BMS/DCOS systems, fire detection and alarm systems, fire radio link systems, physical security systems, and controls containment/cable management.
• Check materials, workmanship, and compliance with applicable codes and specifications.
• Support testing and commissioning activities.
• Provide weekly progress and risk updates covering WBS progress, late deliveries, design shortages, and third-party constraints, and escalate unresolved issues to the Electrical Project Manager.
• Ensure design and installation practices meet relevant standards for ICT and data centre works, including IEC 60364, ISO/IEC 11801, EN 50173, IEC 14763-2, EN 50174, TIA-568, TIA-569, TIA-607, and TIA-942.
• Confirm that applicable panels, racks, or assemblies comply with EN/IEC 61439.
• Coordinate fire alarm interface requirements in line with DIN 14675.
• Oversee the installation, configuration, testing, and commissioning of fire detection and alarm systems in compliance with DIN 14675 and local authority requirements.

Requirements

• An engineering qualification, or equivalent relevant experience.
• At least 5 years of prior project management experience.
• Background with a mechanical or electrical contractor, including exposure to ELV systems such as security and mechanical-related systems.
• A demonstrated track record of coordinating and managing projects effectively.
• Strong electrical knowledge and hands-on electrical experience.
• A trade background.

Additional information

This is a full-time, onsite position based in Frankfurt, Hesse, Germany. The role involves coordination of labour, materials, and subcontractors for ELV, ICT, and data centre installations. Experience in fire alarm integration and compliance-driven installation environments is important. Interested candidates may contact Aaron at Aaron@elusav.com or +353 61 541 446 for more information.