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Winthrop Technologies

Finnish Licensed Water & Sewage Manager

LocationVaasa, Ostrobothnia, Finland
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience5+ yrs
DepartmentFinland
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedFeb 11, 2026 · 8mo ago
Verified live2h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have21
Valid Finnish Water & Sewage Manager Licence (Vesi- ja viemärityön vastaava työnjohtaja)
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
Strong organisational, communication, and documentation skills
Ability to manage subcontractors and multiple work fronts effectively
Proficient in basic IT systems and project documentation platforms
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
Nice to have1
Background in large-scale projects such as data centres, industrial, commercial, or infrastructure projects is highly desirable
Responsibilities
• 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
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Opportunity to work on Europe’s largest and most advanced data centre projects.
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Career growth and professional development in a fast-expanding sector.
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Competitive salary package.
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Supportive, dynamic, and collaborative team culture.
Winthrop Technologies ltd is an equal opportunities employer
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