Senior Engineer - Data Centre

Leap29; Vaasa; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Subsistence allowance of €30 per work‑

Travel support

Healthcare allowance

Employer pension contribution

Life assurance and income protection

21 days annual leave

Education and career development

Job summary

Leap29 is hiring a Senior Engineer for a major Data Centre project in Vaasa, Finland. The role covers site engineering, setting out, quality control, and coordination across architectural, structural and services interfaces.

On-site work is required with an attractive package and international benefits. The successful candidate will lead setting-out activities, review drawings and coordinate with subcontractors to ensure progress and compliance with project standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Site Engineer on major building or construction projects.
• Strong understanding of setting out, drawings, specifications and technical coordination.
• Experience with quality inspections, inspection requests, as-built documentation and technical queries.
• Ability to coordinate site activities and work effectively with subcontractors and multidisciplinary construction teams.
• Willingness to work on-site in Vaasa, Finland; right to work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage setting-out activities and technical checks for architectural fit-out works.
• Lead site engineering activities, ensuring construction aligns with drawings and specs.
• Review drawings, specifications and queries before work commences.
• Coordinate dimensional checks and interfaces between architectural, structural and services.
• Collaborate with site managers, supervisors, engineers and subcontractors to resolve issues and maintain progress.
• Manage inspection requests, quality records, as-built drawings and documentation.
• Monitor site progress and adherence to quality standards.
• Support sequencing, material checks and short-term planning.
• Assist with quality inspections, snagging and handover documentation.
• Identify discrepancies and escalate issues for timely resolution.

Skills

Setting out

Site coordination

Quality control

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Job description

Senior Engineer – Data Centre Leap29 Vaasa, Ostrobothnia, Finland (On-site) Senior Engineer – Data Centre Location: Vaasa, Finland Employment: Full-time, with alternative arrangements subject to client approval Package: €70,000–€80,000 basic salary + international benefits Start Date: Q4 2026 / ASAP Working Arrangement: On-site

The Opportunity Leap29 is working with an established construction contractor delivering a major Data Centre project in Finland. We are seeking an experienced Senior Engineer to support the delivery of a significant architectural CSA fit-out package. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong construction engineer to play a key role in site engineering, setting out, quality control and technical coordination on a major data centre development. We welcome applications from experienced construction professionals currently working in either permanent or freelance positions. Applications are welcomed from professionals currently working on either a permanent or freelance basis. Any alternative engagement arrangement would be subject to client approval.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage setting-out activities and technical checks for architectural fit-out works.
• Lead site engineering activities, ensuring construction is carried out in accordance with approved drawings, specifications and technical requirements.
• Review construction drawings, specifications and technical queries before work commences.
• Coordinate dimensional checks and interfaces between architectural works, structural elements and building services.
• Work closely with site managers, supervisors, engineers and subcontractors to resolve technical issues and maintain progress.
• Manage inspection requests, quality records, as-built drawings and engineering documentation.
• Monitor site progress, dimensional tolerances and compliance with project quality standards.
• Support construction sequencing, material checks and short-term planning.
• Assist with quality inspections, snagging and the preparation of project handover documentation.
• Identify discrepancies between drawings and site conditions, escalating issues and supporting timely resolution.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior Site Engineer or experienced Site Engineer on major building or construction projects.
• Strong understanding of setting out, construction drawings, specifications and technical coordination.
• Experience with quality inspections, inspection requests, as-built documentation and technical queries.
• Ability to coordinate site activities and work effectively with subcontractors and multidisciplinary construction teams.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to site engineering.
• Relevant construction or engineering qualification preferred.
• Previous data centre, mission-critical, pharmaceutical, industrial or large-scale commercial construction experience is advantageous.
• Willingness to work on-site in Vaasa, Finland.
• Existing right to work in Finland is preferred; visa sponsorship availability must be confirmed.

Package & Benefits

• Basic salary of €70,000–€80,000 per annum.
• International allowance of 10–20% of basic salary.
• Accommodation provided.
• €30 per working day subsistence allowance.
• Travel support and occasional flights.
• Healthcare allowance of €104.40 per month.
• Employer pension contribution of 5%.
• Life assurance and income protection.
• 21 days annual leave, excluding public holidays.
• Funded education and career development opportunities.