Finnish Licensed Water & Sewage Manager
Winthrop Technologies
Apply to this job• 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
Summary
Manage water and sewage projects, ensure compliance, supervise subcontractors, uphold safety and quality standards.
Job title
Finnish Licensed Water & Sewage Manager
Experience level
5+ years
Minimum experience
5+ years exp
Industry
infrastructure
Location requirements
On-site in Vaasa, Finland; some remote work possible.
Salary
Not specified
Management role
No
Required skills
Preferred skills
Specializations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Vaasa, Finland