Project Manager

Darwin Recruitment; Finland; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Darwin Engineering seeks an experienced Project Manager in Finland to lead quality commissioning and overall delivery of a major data centre project. You will coordinate mechanical, electrical and commissioning teams, monitor milestones and budgets, and ensure compliance with QA and safety standards.

You will work closely with contractors, engineers and suppliers to resolve technical issues and keep the programme on track.

Qualifications

• Degree in mechanical/ electrical engineering or building services.
• 7+ years of project management, commissioning or engineering experience.
• Experience in data centres or mission-critical infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of MEP systems and BMS.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of Quality Commissioning (QCx) scope across a major data centre project.
• Oversee commissioning activities, milestones and delivery schedules.
• Coordinate mechanical, electrical and commissioning teams.
• Manage FAT, SAT, IST and integrated systems commissioning programmes.
• Ensure QA processes, engineering standards and safety requirements.
• Identify risks and implement solutions to maintain programme delivery.
• Collaborate with contractors, suppliers and stakeholders to resolve issues.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

MEP systems knowledge

Quality Commissioning (QCx)

Risk management

Planning & scheduling

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Building Services

Construction Management

Job description

Darwin Engineering are currently looking for an experienced Project Manager to join a specialist data centre commissioning partner on a major mission-critical data centre project in Finland.

Job Title – Project Manager

Client Location – Finland

Client Industry – Data Centre

Contract Length – Ongoing Project

Contract Type – Contract / Freelance

Project Focus

• Manage and coordinate the delivery of the full Quality Commissioning (QCx) scope across a major data centre project.
• Oversee commissioning activities, project milestones and delivery schedules.
• Coordinate mechanical, electrical and commissioning teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Manage FAT, SAT, IST and integrated systems commissioning programmes.
• Ensure commissioning activities are delivered in line with project specifications, quality standards and operational requirements.
• Work closely with contractors, engineers, suppliers and key stakeholders to resolve technical issues and minimise delays.
• Monitor project progress, commissioning schedules, KPIs, budgets and reporting.
• Identify project risks and implement effective solutions to maintain programme delivery.
• Ensure quality assurance processes, engineering standards and Health & Safety requirements are maintained.
• Coordinate resources, subcontractors and engineering personnel throughout the commissioning process.
• Support technical reviews, commissioning documentation and operational handover.
• Ensure facility grid requirements and associated infrastructure considerations are incorporated into project delivery.

Key Skills and Experience Required

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services, Construction Management or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years’ experience in project management, commissioning or engineering environments.
• Proven experience managing projects within data centres or mission-critical infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical engineering systems.
• Experience managing Quality Commissioning (QCx) activities and quality assurance processes.
• Knowledge of FAT, SAT, IST and integrated systems commissioning.
• Strong understanding of MEP systems, BMS, building services and controls.
• Knowledge of facility grid infrastructure and associated requirements.
• Excellent project planning, stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Compliance and Eligibility Requirements

• Candidates must be self-employed and able to operate on a contract/freelance basis.
• Must hold an EU passport or have existing unrestricted eligibility to work in Finland/EU.
• No visa sponsorship can be offered.