Location: Vaasa, Finland
Project: Vaasa, 2 x 96 MW
Discipline: Environmental / Sustainability
Level: Lead / Manager
Type: Permanent, site based
Job details:
1) Hold the statutory licence covering water and sewage works executed on the project
2) Supervise potable water, drainage and sewer connections and sign off completed installations
3) Liaise with the water utility on approvals, inspections and network connection permits
About the role
- Act as the licensed responsible manager (Vastaava työnjohtaja) for water and sewage works in accordance with Finnish regulations
- Ensure all water supply and sewage installations comply with Finnish Building Act, Decrees, and local authority requirements
- Liaise with local building control authorities, inspectors, and third-party certifiers as required
- Review and approve water and sewage-related method statements, risk assessments, and inspection & test plans
- Supervise and coordinate subcontractors carrying out water and wastewater works
- Ensure works are carried out in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and permits
- Monitor quality, safety, and programme of water and sewage installations
- Maintain statutory site documentation, inspection records, and compliance certificates
- Coordinate inspections, testing, and approvals for handover and commissioning
- Identify and manage non-conformances, ensuring corrective actions are implemented
- Support the Project Manager with planning, sequencing, and progress reporting
- Ensure health, safety, and environmental requirements are fully adhered to during all activities
- Participate in site meetings, coordination meetings, and authority inspections
What the role involves
- Valid Finnish Water & Sewage Manager Licence (Vesi- ja viemärityön vastaava työnjohtaja) – essential
- Recognised technical qualification in plumbing, building services, or mechanical engineering
- Minimum 5 years’ experience managing water and sewage works on construction projects in Finland
- Strong knowledge of Finnish building regulations, codes, and inspection processes
- Experience working with local authorities and certification bodies
- Background in large-scale projects such as data centres, industrial, commercial, or infrastructure projects is highly desirable
- Strong organisational, communication, and documentation skills
- Ability to manage subcontractors and multiple work fronts effectively
- Proficient in basic IT systems and project documentation platforms
What is on offer
- Opportunity to work on Europe’s largest and most advanced data centre projects.
- Career growth and professional development in a fast-expanding sector.
- Competitive salary package.
- Supportive, dynamic, and collaborative team culture.
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