Quality Manager – Data Centre, Helsinki, Finland

Overview

Our client, a specialist data centre delivery contractor, is recruiting a Quality Manager for a major data centre project in Helsinki, Finland. The successful candidate will work closely with project teams, subcontractors, client representatives, and commissioning teams to promote a culture of quality excellence throughout the project lifecycle, from construction through to commissioning and handover. Our client is recruiting on a confidential basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and management of project-specific Quality Plans.
• Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with our client Integrated Management System (IMS), including Quality, Health & Safety, and Environmental requirements.
• Develop, monitor, and maintain Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), quality procedures, and inspection programmes.
• Plan and conduct quality audits, inspections, and surveillance activities to verify compliance with project requirements.
• Ensure subcontractors implement and maintain effective quality management systems and inspection processes.
• Review and monitor quality documentation, test records, inspection reports, and turnover packages.
• Manage Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), corrective actions, and preventative actions to ensure timely resolution of quality issues.
• Liaise with client quality representatives, consultants, and project stakeholders to ensure quality expectations are met.
• Support construction, commissioning, and handover activities by ensuring quality records and documentation are complete and accurate.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the project.
• Mentor and support site-based quality personnel and promote a positive quality culture throughout the project team.
• Produce quality performance reports and communicate key quality metrics to project leadership.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a Quality Management, QA/QC Management, or similar role within the construction industry.
• Previous experience working on Data Centre, Pharmaceutical, Industrial, Semiconductor, Mission-Critical, or Large-Scale Commercial Projects.
• Strong understanding of construction quality management systems and industry best practice.
• Experience managing quality throughout construction, commissioning, and project handover phases.
• Knowledge of quality auditing principles.
• Experience managing subcontractors and driving quality performance on complex projects.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and CSA construction processes.
• Experience using digital quality management platforms such as Autodesk BIM 360, ACC, Procore, or similar.
• Relevant trade qualification, diploma, or degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Building Services, or a related discipline.
• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor qualification desirable.
• Professional quality management certifications are advantageous.

Package

Typical market salary €57,000–€71,000 per year, depending on experience. Working on large scale data centre projects. Collaborative team working environments. Career progression and development supported.

Email lee@cxrecruit.com quoting CXR-262, or upload your CV below.