Job Description

• 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

Requirements

• 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

Benefits

• 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.

Winthrop Technologies ltd is an equal opportunities employer