- Ansøgningsfrist: 2025-09-30
- Jobtitel: Water Supply or Wastewater Treatment Specialist / Project Director (International Projects)
- Lokation: Storkøbenhavn
Join our International Department in delivering meaningful consultancy services all around the world.
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced and Water Supply and Wastewater Treatment Specialist / Project Director to lead major international water supply and/or wastewater projects. This role is ideal for a technical professional with extensive experience living and working in developing countries and a background in working with International Financial Institutions (IFIs) such as EBRD, World Bank, Danida, etc.
In Sweco’s International Department, we manage complex infrastructure projects funded by development banks, multi/bi-lateral agencies, local governments, and private organisations all over the globe. As our new colleague, you will work with and learn from a multi-disciplinary team of international colleagues who share a passion of creating sustainable solutions for our clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and oversee complex, multi-year water supply and wastewater treatment projects worldwide, from feasibility to detailed design and supervision.
- Manage project timelines, budgets, and quality standards, reporting regularly to stakeholders and funding agencies.
- Coordinate and direct teams—including external and local staff—ensuring effective project delivery.
- Prepare and review tender documents and submissions for new projects.
- Oversee compliance with FIDIC contract conditions and other relevant regulations.
- Conduct feasibility studies and develop master plans for water supply systems.
- Design and supervise installation and commissioning of water infrastructure (treatment plants, pump stations, distribution networks).
- Perform comprehensive financial analysis, investment planning, and environmental/social impact assessments.
- Drive the digitalization of water supply systems, including SCADA and PLC integration.
- Provide capacity building and technical training to local engineering teams.
- Monitor and evaluate project outcomes for continuous improvement.
Your Profile:
- Extensive hands-on experience managing major water supply/wastewater projects in developing countries.
- Proven track record with IFI-funded projects (EBRD, World Bank, Danida, etc.) from home office or (preferably) on-site.
- Prior senior roles such as Project Manager, Senior Water Supply Specialist, or Environmental Engineer.
- In-depth understanding of FIDIC (Red/Yellow/Gold Book).
- Practical expertise in feasibility studies, master planning, design, and tender processes for water infrastructure.
- Skilled in financial analysis, investment programming, and environmental/social assessments.
- Strong knowledge of water treatment, pump station and distribution system engineering.
- Proficient in project digitalization tools, SCADA, and PLCs.
- Passionate about sustainable, environment-friendly technologies and practices.
- Willingness to travel for fieldwork and global project cooperation.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
Can you see yourself as a part of Sweco?
This is a unique opportunity for an experienced professional seeking a stable, head-office position that still offers operational involvement in international projects. It’s particularly suited for someone ready to transition from full-time field roles to a top-level project management and expert capacity while remaining hands-on in project delivery. If you have the right background but are not sure this role is a fit, please get in touch anyways: we are flexible about how we can engage you and want to invite a conversation regardless.
Don’t hesitate to send us your CV via the link below. We will invite to interviews on an ongoing basis, so make sure you apply as soon as possible and no later than the.
If you have any questions about the position, you are very welcome to contact Head of Department, Lukas Friga by email: Lukasjames.friga@sweco.dk
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Sweco plans and designs tomorrow’s sustainable communities and cities. With the collective knowledge of our 22,000 architects, engineers and other experts we work together with our clients to facilitate the green transition, maximise the potential from digitalisation and strengthen the resilience of our communities.
Sweco is Europe’s leading architecture and engineering consultancy, with sales of approximately SEK 31 billion (EUR 2.7 billion) in 2024. The company is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. www.swecogroup.com
