Project Lead

Enersense International Oyj; Helsinki; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Enersense International Oyj is seeking an experienced Project Lead in Helsinki, Finland. This role involves leading the delivery of a major data centre construction project, from inception to completion. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing large-scale construction projects, especially in mission-critical environments.

You will oversee project cost, schedule, and budget while coordinating with subcontractors and stakeholders to ensure project success. Excellent leadership and communication skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in construction project delivery or a similar senior role.
• Proven experience delivering large-scale construction projects, preferably within data centres.
• Strong commercial awareness, including cost control and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall delivery of a large-scale data centre construction project.
• Manage project cost, schedule, and budget effectively.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants.

Skills

Construction project delivery

Leadership

Budgeting and cost control

Stakeholder management

MS Office proficiency

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

Enersense Engineering is looking for experienced Project Lead to support a major data centre construction project in Helsinki, Finland. The role will be responsible for leading the overall delivery of complex mission‑critical works from design through construction and handover.

Main tasks and responsibilities:

• Lead the overall delivery of a large-scale data centre construction project from inception through to completion
• Manage project cost, schedule, and budget, ensuring effective control throughout all phases
• Oversee and coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants to ensure smooth project execution
• Monitor and control key milestone activities, proactively identifying and mitigating schedule risks
• Review and evaluate construction proposals, pricing submissions, and scopes of work
• Lead client meetings, progress meetings, and other project coordination sessions
• Track, analyse, and report on cost drivers, providing data‑driven commercial insights and recommendations
• Manage procurement activities and oversee long‑lead equipment planning and delivery schedules
• Review, validate, and audit cost estimates, variations, and commercial submissions from subcontractors and stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with project quality, health, safety, and environmental requirements across all activities
• Coordinate effectively with engineering, construction, and project controls teams to ensure alignment across disciplines
• Support project close‑out activities, ensuring all deliverables, documentation, and handover requirements are completed

Requirements:

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in construction project delivery or a similar senior role
• Proven experience delivering large‑scale construction projects, preferably within data centres or other mission‑critical environments
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, project controls, procurement processes, and project lifecycle management
• Experience managing subcontractors, consultants, and multidisciplinary project teams
• Strong commercial awareness, including cost control, budgeting, and financial reporting
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in fast‑paced, high‑demand project environments
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills
• Proficiency in MS Office and relevant project management tools

We follow pay transparency principles and the salary level and the criteria used to determine it will be communicated to candidates before the interview.

Please note that due to the client’s urgent need, only applicants with a valid working permit / EU citizenship can be considered.