Site Project Manager

Design Build Search; Hamina; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Pension scheme

Professional subscription support

Job summary

Design Build Search is seeking an experienced Site Manager for Finland to lead health & safety, quality and programme delivery on large-scale construction projects, including data centre work. You will coordinate subcontractors and direct labour, oversee site setup, logistics and traffic management, and work closely with the Project Manager to maximise quality and minimise rework.

The role requires 7+ years in site management, across commercial/industrial sectors, strong HSEQ knowledge and

Qualifications

• 7+ years in site management roles.
• Experience across commercial, industrial, residential, fit-out or refurbishment projects; data centre experience is highly advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of construction sequencing, quality management and HSEQ systems.
• Proven ability to manage subcontractors and multiple work fronts in a fast-paced environment.
• Happy to work in Europe on rotational basis 17/4
• Excellent organisational, communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of designated sections of the project, ensuring works are delivered in line with project specifications, programme milestones.
• Lead and enforce all Health, Safety, Environmental & Quality (HSEQ) requirements, ensuring full compliance with company procedures and local regulatory standards.
• Manage and coordinate subcontractors, forepersons and direct labour to achieve production targets and programme objectives.
• Plan and oversee site setup activities within assigned sections, including logistics, access, security, deliveries and traffic management.
• Work closely with the Project Manager to support programme delivery, including the effective sequencing of trades to maximise quality and minimise rework.
• Monitor and manage resources including labour, plant, materials and site overheads within your section.
• Ensure quality inspections, snagging and handover activities are completed to the required data centre standards.
• Maintain clear communication with the wider site team to ensure smooth interfaces between sections and trades.
• Support a positive site culture, maintaining strong employee and subcontractor relations.

Job description

Site Manager - Finland

A trusted client of Design Build Search has an opportunity for an experienced Site Manager for large scale construction projects. Working closely with the Project Manager and Site Management team, the Site Manager ensures that works are delivered safely, to the highest quality standards, on programme and within budget.

This role has a strong focus on health & safety leadership, quality control, subcontractor coordination, and the effective sequencing of works to support the overall construction programme.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of designated sections of the project, ensuring works are delivered in line with project specifications, programme milestones
• Lead and enforce all Health, Safety, Environmental & Quality (HSEQ) requirements, ensuring full compliance with company procedures and local regulatory standards.
• Manage and coordinate subcontractors, forepersons and direct labour to achieve production targets and programme objectives.
• Plan and oversee site setup activities within assigned sections, including logistics, access, security, deliveries and traffic management.
• Work closely with the Project Manager to support programme delivery, including the effective sequencing of trades to maximise quality and minimise rework.
• Monitor and manage resources including labour, plant, materials and site overheads within your section.
• Ensure quality inspections, snagging and handover activities are completed to the required data centre standards.
• Maintain clear communication with the wider site team to ensure smooth interfaces between sections and trades.
• Support a positive site culture, maintaining strong employee and subcontractor relations.

Requirements

• Minimum 7+ years’ experience in a site management role.
• Experience across commercial, industrial, residential, fit-out or refurbishment projects; data centre experience is highly advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of construction sequencing, quality management and HSEQ systems.
• Proven ability to manage subcontractors and multiple work fronts in a fast-paced environment.
• Happy to work in Europe on rotational basis 17/4
• Excellent organisational, communication and leadership skills.

Rewards & Benefits

• A competitive and attractive rewards package, including car allowance, pension scheme, professional subscription support, and additional benefits.
• Opportunities for increased responsibility, continued professional development, and long-term career progression within the organisation.