Project Director
Eltel Networks
Eltel is a leading Nordic infrastructure and service provider for critical power and communication networks. Eltel designs, builds, maintains and upgrades networks for infrastructure owners. The company has a comprehensive offering in communication and power infrastrucrure including also large scale EPC (Engineer-Procure-Construct) infrastructure projects in its fields of expertise.
Eltel employs approximately 4,500 people, of which around 1,500 are in Finland. In 2024, the company’s net sales amounted to EUR 828,7 million. Eltel is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm.
You can find more information about Eltel at https://www.eltelgroup.com/
Eltel is expanding its operations and launching a new business line, Data Centers. We are now looking for
a Project Director
to lead assigned data center construction projects in Finland and become one of the key persons within the organisation.
Your location can be anywhere within EU as long as you are willing to visit Finland on a regular basis.
As a Project Director, you take full leadership of new data center project entities within its newly established Data Center project organization. In this key role, you will oversee the end-to-end execution of complex power supply construction projects, ensuring they are delivered on schedule, within budget, and meet all contractual, quality, and safety requirements.
You are responsible for P&L, contractual compliance and customer satisfaction of your assigned projects. Success in this role means enabling your Project Managers (across areas such as LV, MV, etc.) to perform at their best, whilst also fostering strong collaboration with clients, consultants, and other stakeholders.
As Project Director, you will lead both internal teams and external partners, creating a motivated and high-performing project environment. Your leadership will be instrumental in shaping the direction of Eltel’s growing data center business in Finland. You will report directly to the Head of Data Center Projects.
If you are passionate about managing large, complex infrastructure projects and want to play a key role in Finland’s fast-growing data center sector, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.
What are we expecting?
We are seeking a technically proficient and experienced project professional with a strong educational background in engineering (M.Sc. or B.Sc.), combined with at least five years of hands-on experience in large-scale industrial power supply and distribution projects. You are fluent in English and capable of working effectively with international teams and stakeholders.
You bring not only leadership skills but also a deep understanding of technical systems, particularly in environments such as data centers, industrial facilities, or similar infrastructure. Expertise in medium and low voltage (MV/LV) systems is essential, and knowledge across all voltage levels is considered an asset. Experience with data center-specific power distribution systems and previous involvement in international projects or collaboration with consultants will further strengthen your profile.
On a personal level, you are proactive, structured, and solution-oriented. You take initiative, identify and address potential risks early, and ensure projects remain on track both operationally and financially. You are customer-focused, delivering tailored solutions and following through on commitments with precision. Your systematic working style allows you to maintain full control and visibility over complex project environments.
Prior experience with power supply and distribution systems in data center construction projects is highly valued for this role.
What We Offer:
Eltel 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 core values — always professionally, stronger together, caring for life, and creating new opportunities.
At Eltel, you are offered:
💪 A skilled team around you – At Eltel, you are never alone. You have a reliable and collaborative team of professionals backing you up. This competent and dependable group is a source of pride for Eltel employees — enabling them to successfully manage even large-scale project entities. Eltel encourages open-mindedness and curiosity to continuously find better ways to work.
💻 Support for your work and efficient systems – You’ll be equipped with modern tools, functional software, and system support. Strong support functions and clear role definitions across Eltel ensure that everything stays organized, allowing you to succeed in your role.
🤝 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 work environment and strive for a healthy work–life balance.
🥁 Employee benefits – Well-being, resilience, and satisfaction are key priorities. Eltel offers a wide range of benefits, including ePassi lunch and Flex benefits, occupational health care, a company phone, Auntie mental well-being service, a bike benefit, and discounted services such as massage therapy.
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume and application at your earliest convenience detailing your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role through the below ”Apply for position” button.
For more information about the position please contact Compass HRG Consultant Laura Suontaus +358 50 521 2086 or laura.suontaus@compasshrg.fi
Compass Human Resources Group has existed since 1982. Today, we are an international organisation with offices in Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and the UK. We are specialized in Executive Search and Recruitment.
