Project Lead

Enersense Oyj; Helsinki; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Enersense Oyj is seeking an experienced Project Lead in Helsinki to support a major data-centre construction project. You will lead the overall delivery from design through construction and handover, ensuring effective management of project costs and schedules.

The ideal candidate must have a minimum of 10 years' experience in construction project delivery and proven success in large-scale projects. Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills are essential for this role.

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 understanding of construction sequencing and project lifecycle management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall delivery of a large-scale data-centre construction project.
• Manage project cost, schedule, and budget throughout all phases.
• Oversee subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants for smooth execution.

Skills

Construction project delivery

Leadership

Commercial awareness

Stakeholder management

Organizational skills

MS Office proficiency

Job description

Overview

Enersense Engineering is looking for an 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.

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
• English language skills

Additional Information

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

Due to GDPR regulations, applications will only be accepted through our official application system.

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

We manage this recruitment process internally and therefore do not require support from external recruitment agencies.

If you have any questions, please contact [e-mail] or call 0406761915.