Site Manager, Data Centers

Eltel; Lahti; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lunch benefits (ePassi)

Flex benefits

Company phone

Mental well-being service (Auntie)

Job summary

Eltel Networks Oy is seeking a hands-on Site Manager for on-site leadership of demanding data center projects in Finland. You will direct daily activities, ensure schedule adherence, manage resources and subcontractors, and drive safety and quality on site.

You will coordinate with the client and project team to deliver on time and within scope. The role requires a degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent practical experience, plus strong CAD/3D modeling skills and fluency in

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical (B.Sc./M.Sc.) or strong trade background with site management experience.
• Proven experience as Site Manager or equivalent on industrial/substation projects.
• Knowledge of construction sequencing, resource management and site safety protocols.
• Ability to lead international subcontractors and on-site crews; proficient CAD/3D model navigation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily on-site execution and schedule adherence across construction phases.
• Manage resources, subcontractors and site procurement to ensure timely delivery.
• Ensure compliance with contracts, quality standards and HSE protocols.
• Collaborate with client and project team, and maintain comprehensive site reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Site management

Health & safety

Communication (Finnish/English)

Education

Electrical Engineering degree or strong trade background

Tools

Autodesk BIM

Dalux

Navisworks

Revit

Job description

Eltel Networks Oy is a leading provider of critical infrastructure services in the Nordics. We enable the digitalization and electrification of society through reliable solutions for power, communication and renewable energy networks.

Do you want to help deliver the next generation of critical infrastructure on the frontline? Eltel is looking for a hands-on, proactive Site Manager to join our growing Data Center team.

This is a 100% site-based role tailored for an energetic and solution-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced construction environment, loves velocity, and excels in leading execution safely and efficiently directly on the field.

As a Site Manager, you will be responsible for the operational execution of Eltel’s data center projects on-site. You will ensure that Eltel's operations meet all client and regulatory requirements, resources are sufficient, and the site runs smoothly on a day-to-day basis.

• Operational Site Management: Oversee daily work direction, schedule adherence, and the smooth organization of construction phases.
• Resource & Subcontractor Management: Ensure the site has adequate skilled personnel and materials. Identify the equipment required to complete the works and manage its timely procurement. Coordinate and supervise subcontractors and Eltel's own installation crews.
• Compliance & Quality Control: Ensure all works are performed in compliance with contracts, quality standards, and health and safety (HSE) protocols.
• Stakeholder Collaboration & Reporting: Partner closely with the client and the project organization, and manage comprehensive site reporting.

You will not be alone; depending on the project, you will be backed by a strong team of professionals on-site, including a Project Manager, Electrical Supervisor, Foremen, as well as HSE and Quality specialists.

What We Are Looking For

• A degree in Electrical (B.Sc., M.Sc.) or a strong practical trade background with extensive experience in demanding site management roles.
• Proven experience as a Site Manager, General Foreman, or equivalent lead role on industrial sites, substations, or large-scale infrastructure construction projects.
• Solid understanding of construction sequencing, resource management, and site safety protocols.
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills, with the ability to manage international subcontractor groups and site crews.
• Ability to navigate and work with CAD drawings or 3D models (Autodesk BIM, Dalux, Navisworks and Revit)
• Professional communication skills with the ability to operate comfortably in a Finnish and English-speaking project environment.

Desirable Skills (considered an advantage)

• B.Sc. degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field (or an applicable strong technical trade background).
• Prior experience working inside high-security or mission-critical Data Center environments.

Why should you apply to Eltel?

Our professionals describe Eltel as a flexible workplace that offers a wide range of expertise, diverse roles, and a well-balanced mix of freedom and responsibility. At Eltel, people work guided by our core values — always professionally, stronger together, caring for life, and creating new opportunities.

A skilled team around you - At Eltel, you are never alone. You have a reliable and collaborative team of professionals backing you up. This skilled and reliable team is a source of pride for us - that's why we can successfully handle even large EPC-projects. We encourage open-mindedness and curiosity to continuously find better ways to work.

A workplace where people care and grow stronger together - Team spirit and peer support consistently receive high marks in Eltel’s employee surveys. At Eltel, people look out for one another, follow safety protocols, and ensure that everyone gets home safely every day. Together, we create a positive working environment and strive for a healthy work-life balance.

Support your professional development - At Eltel we support your professional growth from day one. We are proud of the long careers our employees have built at Eltel, and we are committed to supporting their career development.

Employee benefits - Well-being, resilience, and job satisfaction are our key priorities. Eltel offers a wide range of benefits, including ePassi lunch and Flex benefits, a company phone, Auntie mental well-being service, and discounted services such as massage therapy.

Why join Eltel?

At Eltel, you will be part of a team delivering some of the most demanding and exciting infrastructure projects in the Nordics. We offer an opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals, develop your expertise in mission-critical electrical systems and play a key role in projects that support the digitalization and electrification of society.

For further information, please contact Jesse Korhonen [e-mail]. Email is the most efficient way to send a call request. For general questions regarding the recruitment process or Eltel, please contact [e-mail].

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