Construction Manager - Europe - Data Centre Fit Out

Ardmac; Turku; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Allowances for working away from home

Job summary

Ardmac is recruiting Construction Managers to oversee planning, programming and execution of complex projects across the EU, including Finland. You will drive delivery to time, budget and quality, coordinating pre- and post-contract activities and ensuring rigorous safety standards.

We value strong leadership, negotiation and communication, with a background in fit-out/interiors for industrial schemes such as pharma or data centres. A degree in a related field and PMP/ CCM are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in construction management.
• Experience in planning, programming and executing construction projects.
• Background in fit-out/interiors projects, pharma or data centres preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field; professional certifications are a plus.
• Strong knowledge of construction procedures, contract law, and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide input into estimates and tenders; plan and programme work efficiently.
• Adhere to safety principles and ensure contracts are properly planned and programmed.
• Develop contract programs with the Site Manager; ensure resources and timing.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality procedures across projects.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Project management software

Time management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/Engineering

PM/CM certifications (e.g., PMP, CCM) preferred

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Who We Are:

We are an award-winning international construction specialist dedicated to delivering complex, high-value workspaces and technical environments. With over 40 years of leading the way, we employ the brightest minds and the most advanced technologies. Our mission is to consistently provide the ultimate solution for high-value working environments through our continuous investment in the best people, technology, and processes.

About the Job:

We pride ourselves on being the contractor of choice for great clients and the workplace of choice for great people. We are currently seeking Construction Managers for various projects around the EU, including fit out of data centres, pharmaceutical and other cleanroom projects. The successful candidates will play a pivotal role in overseeing the planning, programming, and execution of construction projects. They will ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards.

We are currently seeking Construction Managers to be based in various EU locations including Finland.

Responsibilities:

Pre-Contract:

• Provide input into the preparation of estimates and tenders, including site visits.
• Review tenders with the operations team as necessary.
• Participate in tender adjudication meetings.
• Plan and program work efficiently.
• Participate in the preparation of necessary documents for inclusion in tender submissions.
• Attend post-tender interviews.

Post-Contract:

• Adhere to Safety First Guiding Principles.
• Ensure each contract is properly planned and programmed.
• Implement production and commercial procedures across all projects.
• Ensure the implementation of all company safety, health, environmental, and quality procedures, maintaining statutory compliance across all projects.
• Develop contract programs with the Site Manager, ensuring necessary resources are in place and establishing the sequence and timing of operations for work completion.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in construction management.
• Proven experience in planning, programming, and executing construction projects
• Background in fit out / interiors project in industrial building schemes preferred - eg pharma, data centres.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field (preferred).
• Professional certifications in project management or construction management (e.g., PMP, CCM) are a plus.
• Strong knowledge of construction procedures, contract law, and safety regulations.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring quality and compliance standards are met.

Ardmac offer excellent career opportunities as well as competitive salaries and generous allowances for working away from your home country. All candidates must already have automatic permission to work in the EU without going through a permit process.