Construction Manager - Kouvola

atNorth Holding AB; Kouvola; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

atNorth is seeking a Construction Manager to join our Development team at the Kouvola site. You will oversee construction activities across the project lifecycle, coordinating contractors and internal teams to ensure safe, on-time delivery and smooth handover to Operations.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in construction management, a relevant engineering degree, and experience with data centers or critical infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Construction Management.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Experience managing contractors and construction activities within complex projects.
• Experience from data centers or critical infrastructure environments is beneficial.
• Fluent in Finnish and English, both written and spoken.
• Willingness to be on site in Kouvola on a daily basis.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all construction activities comply with local regulations, safety requirements, and atNorth standards.
• Oversee construction activities from planning through project completion and handover to Operations.
• Manage and coordinate General Contractors, subcontractors, and site personnel daily.
• Monitor installation quality and ensure compliance with drawings, specs, and design docs.
• Coordinate with Design, Security, Operations, Commissioning, and Project Management teams.
• Develop, maintain, and track project schedules with stakeholders and scheduler.
• Lead weekly progress meetings to align milestones and deliverables.
• Support procurement activities and ensure timely delivery of owner-furnished equipment.
• Monitor site progress, contractor performance, productivity, and resource utilization.
• Ensure safety requirements are adhered to and incidents are reported and managed.
• Ensure commissioning activities follow commissioning plans and quality standards.
• Identify and elevate project risks and deviations for timely resolution.

Skills

Construction management

Contractor management

Schedule management

HSE compliance

Stakeholder management

Finnish language

English language

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Construction Management degree

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

atNorth is a leading Nordic data center company providing cost-effective, scalable high-density colocation and built-to-suit services to industry-leading organizations across Iceland, Sweden, Finland, and Denmark.

With sustainability at our core, our data centers run on renewable energy and are designed according to circular economy principles. Through innovative design, power efficiency, and intelligent operations, we deliver reliable, secure, and high-performance infrastructure.

Headquartered in Reykjavik, Iceland, atNorth operates data centers across the Nordics, with additional sites under development in Finland, Denmark, and Sweden.

We combine world-class technology with a people-first culture built on collaboration, ownership, and trust, empowering our teams to grow, take responsibility, and make a real impact.

By joining our international team, you will help shape the future of sustainable digital infrastructure.

Construction Manager at atNorth

Due to our continued growth, we are looking for a skilled and driven Construction Manager to join our Development team.

In this role, you will be responsible for delivering reliable and compliant construction management support at the site in Kouvola, enabling successful project execution and ensuring a smooth transition from construction to operations. You will oversee construction activities throughout the project lifecycle, working closely with contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and in accordance with atNorth's quality standards.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the development of critical digital infrastructure projects across the Nordics.

Key responsibilities:

• Ensure all construction activities comply with local regulations, safety requirements, and atNorth standards.

• Oversee construction activities from planning through project completion and handover to Operations.

• Manage and coordinate General Contractors, subcontractors, and site personnel on a daily basis.

• Monitor installation quality and ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and design documentation.

• Coordinate closely with Design, Security, Operations, Commissioning, and Project Management teams.

• Develop, maintain, and track project schedules together with project stakeholders and the project scheduler.

• Lead weekly progress meetings and ensure alignment on project milestones and deliverables.

• Support procurement activities and ensure timely delivery of owner-furnished equipment (OFCI).

• Monitor site progress, contractor performance, productivity, and resource utilization.

• Ensure all safety requirements are adhered to and that observations, incidents, and corrective actions are appropriately reported and managed.

• Ensure commissioning activities are executed in accordance with atNorth commissioning plans and quality standards.

• Identify, assess, and elevate project risks, technical issues, deviations, and non-conformities to support timely resolution.

Your profile:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Construction Management.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.

• Experience managing contractors and construction activities within complex construction projects.

• Experience from data centers, industrial facilities, energy projects, or other critical infrastructure environments is highly beneficial.

• Good understanding of construction scheduling, quality management, commissioning, health and safety, and contractor management.

• Broad knowledge of Electrical, Mechanical, and CSA systems is considered an advantage.

• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders.

• Fluent in Finnish and English, both written and spoken.

• Possibility to be at the site in Kouvola on a daily basis.

Preferred qualifications:

The following certifications are considered an advantage:

• PMP-CP

• PMP

• OSHA Safety Certificate

• Construction Health and Safety Technician

• Background check is conducted to all our employees

About the atNorth Culture

We believe that sustainable success starts with the wellbeing of our people. For us, an open, transparent, and inclusive culture is more than a priority; it is the core of how we lead and innovate.

We don't just talk about culture; we nurture it. Through regular one-to-one engagements and monthly wellbeing surveys, we listen carefully to our teams, ensuring that every voice is heard and every opportunity for improvement is embraced.

We recognize that innovation and collaboration thrive where people feel truly connected, which is why we come together each week to share ideas, strengthen relationships, and nurture a sense of belonging, sometimes over a simple breakfast and good conversation.

At atNorth, we are building a community where you can do your best work and shape a sustainable future together.