Vacant job

Do you want to help develop the future water and wastewater supply in Östersund?

We are looking for you who want to contribute to a sustainable society by leading investment projects within water and wastewater. Here, you will work on socially important projects that make a difference – every day.

Your new job

We are looking for an engaged and structured Project Manager for Water, Wastewater, and Stormwater. As a project manager, you will drive investment projects for the renewal and expansion of the municipality's water and wastewater facilities – primarily within the pipe network, but also within treatment plants and water works as needed (wastewater, stormwater, and drinking water).

You will become an important part of our work to ensure a sustainable and future-proof water and wastewater supply for the Municipality of Östersund. Our projects contribute to developing societal structures, improving the environment, and securing access to clean water for future generations.

Common responsibilities

In the role of project manager, you are responsible for planning, leading, and following up on water and wastewater projects from idea to finished facility. This means that you:

• Lead the project's economy, schedule, quality, and work environment.
• Coordinate contractors, consultants, and other stakeholders.
• Prepare investigations, feasibility studies, and decision-making materials.
• Work according to the municipality's guidelines, the Public Procurement Act (LOU), and current legislation.
• Contribute to the development of our processes and working methods within the water and wastewater operations.
• Act as a technical expert and requirement setter to secure water and wastewater infrastructure in upcoming detailed plans.
• Work with the investment process and budget for planned and upcoming projects, as well as long-term planning.

Your qualifications

Requirements

• University education with a technical focus, preferably within water and wastewater, construction, environment, or equivalent experience.
• Category B driver's license.

Merits

• Experience in project management within the water and wastewater sector or other technical infrastructure.
• Experience from working with or knowledge of contract law, the Public Procurement Act (LOU), and standard contracts AB/ABT.
• Experience working within municipal operations.

We are looking for you

We are looking for you who are solution-oriented, responsible, and confident in the role of project manager within municipal water and wastewater operations. You thrive on coordinating many stakeholders and have a strong commitment to urban planning, sustainable development, and public benefit.

You work in a structured and independent manner with the ability to plan, prioritize, and drive projects forward in a politically guided organization. You have good economic awareness and handle the project's budget and resources in a responsible and cost-effective manner.

With good communication and collaboration skills, you build trusting relationships and contribute to effective cooperation in complex projects. You are flexible, goal- and result-oriented, and act professionally and steadily even in changing circumstances.

The position is partly security-classified. This means that before you are employed by the Municipality of Östersund, a security clearance and register check may be conducted in accordance with the provisions of the Security Protection Act (2018:585).

How the recruitment process works

Interviews may take place on an ongoing basis. We want you to attach your CV and cover letter to your application. Grades/certificates do not need to be sent with the application. We ask you to complete these if an interview becomes relevant.

The Municipality of Östersund has considered the choice of advertising channels prior to advertising and therefore declines calls from recruitment agencies and advertising sales representatives.

What do we offer?

The Municipality of Östersund offers you benefits such as paid vacation from the first year of employment, vacation exchange, wellness allowance, or wellness hours. Through our benefits portal, you can access independent pension advice and a range of discounts and offers. You can also receive quick and professional support from various specialists, such as psychologists, lawyers, and economists, through the Employee Support service. You can read more about our benefits on our website: https://www.ostersund.se/naringsliv-och-arbete/jobba-hos-oss/sa-har-jobbar-vi/lon-och-formaner.html (https://www.ostersund.se/naringsliv-och-arbete/jobba-hos-oss/sa-har-jobbar-vi/lon-och-formaner.html)

About Technical Administration

Join us in building important societal functions for both our citizens and the municipality's operations. Our operations are very broad. We work with everything from park maintenance, waste management, recycling, and building maintenance to snow removal, land and construction work, water purification, meal preparation, cleaning, and sanitation.