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

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.