Consultant / Technical Project Manager – Water & Wastewater (International Projects)

Join our International Department in delivering meaningful consultancy services all around the world.

About the Role:
We are seeking a mid-career professional with some international experience. The role will give you the opportunity to continue building expertise in both project delivery and head-office project management alongside sector-leading experts.

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:

• Manage large, complex international water supply and wastewater treatment projects (from feasibility through to design and supervision)
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams in Copenhagen and across project locations
• Prepare project plans, budgets, schedules and ensure timely, quality delivery
• Lead and support feasibility studies, master planning, technical design, and tender documents
• Ensure compliance with FIDIC contract conditions and international standards
• Conduct technical reviews, environmental/social impact assessments, and offer solutions for technical water challenges
• Promote sustainable practices and digitalization (SCADA, PLC, etc.)
• Regularly report to stakeholders, manage risks, and participate in business development
• Provide training and capacity building for local teams

Your Profile:

• 5+ years proven experience managing water supply/wastewater projects, ideally in emerging markets
• Direct experience with International Financial Institutions (EBRD, KfW, Danida, etc.)
• Prior roles as Project Manager, Water Supply Specialist, or Environmental Engineer
• Practical knowledge of FIDIC contract conditions (Red, Yellow, Gold Book)
• Strong background in feasibility studies, investment programming, and impact assessments
• Familiar with IWRM, water treatment processes, pump station/distribution design, and digitalization
• Committed to sustainable, eco-friendly solutions
• Willing and able to travel globally for project delivery

Can you see yourself as a part of Sweco?

This is a unique opportunity for a younger professional seeking a stable, head-office position that still offers operational involvement in international projects. It’s particularly suited for someone ready to develop in an agile and international company and be a part of a growing international unit.

Then 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

Transforming Society Together

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