Finnish Licensed Water & Sewage Manager
Winthrop Technologies · Vaasa
• 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