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Rail Construction Project Manager

Posted Oct 21 (16 days ago)

Key facts

Experienced railway construction project manager; requires three years in comparable rail projects and travel in Finland.

How this salary compares

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Monthly salary comparison for Rail Construction Project Manager
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Where and how
Work model
On-siteHybridRemote
Level
Languages required
Finnish
Experience
3 years experience
Managing people
People Manager

Job description

YIT is looking for experienced project managers for railway construction projects. We carry out rail work of all sizes throughout Finland. Our strength is our broad expertise, and we are especially interested in railway projects requiring specialist expertise, such as railways built through growing urban centres. More information about us: Routes – railways, roads and bridges | YIT.fi As a project manager, you lead project production and ensure that worksites are completed to high quality and cost-effectively within the agreed schedule. You lead occupational safety by example and ensure the safe delivery of worksites. You lead people with a coaching approach, promoting employee engagement, well-being and skills development. You act as the supervisor of site staff and are responsible for resourcing the production phase of projects and directing subcontractors. You take part in tender calculations for future projects and negotiate contracts with our customers. The work requires readiness to travel, as projects are located throughout Finland. What will help you succeed in this role: - At least three years of experience in comparable railway construction work - An engineering or construction manager qualification, or other suitable construction-sector education - Ability to use various systems and digital tools in daily work - Contract expertise, including all contract forms - Experience in leading people and supervisory skills - A proactive and solution-oriented approach, the ability to see the big picture, collaboration skills and an innovative approach. You are flexible and open-minded and willing to challenge yourself. How you will succeed at YIT: You understand customers’ needs, and customer value guides your daily work and decision-making. You work towards goals, take responsibility for your work and deliver it to a high standard. You take initiative in developing your area of responsibility and working methods. You learn from experience, share your expertise openly and use what you learn to improve your own and the team’s performance. You work openly with others and treat people with respect. You build trust and psychological safety so that we can succeed together. What we offer: We want you to succeed at work and develop as a professional. At YIT, you can expect opportunities for continuous learning and building your career path. We support your development at different stages of your career. The work is varied and meaningful, and you can see how your contribution affects the whole. Our leadership is courageous: you will be supported towards clear shared goals and ways of working, coached to excel and encouraged to take responsibility. We care for your well-being with extensive occupational healthcare and benefits such as a lunch benefit and sports, culture and well-being benefits. YIT has been recognised as the construction industry's most attractive employer (Universum 2025). Your team: You will join a team that works together with other site personnel in an open environment that encourages collaboration. Sharing expertise and supporting one another are a natural part of everyday work. We want to ensure that you succeed in your role from the outset. Clear expectations, open communication and a planned induction support your start. Your supervisor will support you from the beginning, and regular discussions will help you succeed and settle into your new role. A well-built tomorrow is made together. Apply by 15 November 2026. We review applications during the application period, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Our recruitment process proceeds in stages, and we will keep you informed throughout. For further information about the role, contact Production Managers Jani Hoppula, tel. 050 440 2298, and Antti Haapalahti, tel. 040 526 2371. YIT builds attractive living environments in Europe. We build homes for good living, spaces where people and businesses can thrive, and infrastructure that ensures society functions. We operate in seven countries and employ approximately 4,100 professionals. In 2025, our revenue was EUR 1.8 billion. YIT Oyj shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. YIT. A well-built tomorrow.

About the role

Summarised by JobCrawls from the job ad above.

Requirements

  • At least three years of experience in comparable railway construction work
  • Suitable construction-sector education, such as an engineering or construction manager qualification
  • Ability to use systems and digital tools in daily work
  • Contract expertise covering different contract forms
  • Experience leading people and supervisory skills
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  • Proactive, solution-oriented and collaborative approach
  • Ability to see the big picture; innovative, flexible and open-minded

Responsibilities

  • Lead production for railway construction projects
  • Ensure worksites are safe, high-quality, cost-effective and delivered on schedule
  • Promote staff engagement, well-being and skills development through coaching
  • Supervise site staff and plan production-phase resources
  • Direct subcontractors
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  • Contribute to tender calculations and negotiate contracts with customers
  • Travel to projects throughout Finland

Skills & technologies

Railway ConstructionConstruction Project ManagementContract ManagementTender CalculationsDigital ToolsResource PlanningOccupational SafetySubcontractor Management

Benefits & perks

Recruitment process

  1. The recruitment process proceeds in stages; applicants are kept informed throughout.

About YIT Oyj

YIT Oyj logo
YIT Oyj · 15 open roles
Top locations (all time): Helsinki, Finland · 62 · Remote - Global · 47 · Tampere, Finland · 32 · +32 other locations
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Revenue €54.8MProfit -€58.2MProfit margin -106.1%

Current open roles at YIT Oyj on JobCrawls
LocationActive listings
Helsinki, Finland62
Remote - Global47
Tampere, Finland32
Turku, Finland32
Oulu, Finland27
Kuopio, Finland25
Seinäjoki, Finland11
Koko Suomi, Finland9
Vaasa, Finland9
Kotka, Finland8
Espoo, Finland4
Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland3
Ii, Finland3
Kajaani, Finland3
Kouvola, Finland3
Remote - Finland3
Hämeenlinna, Finland2
Etelä-Suomi, Finland1
Finland1
Jyväskylä, Finland1
Kymenlaakso, Finland1
Lahti, Finland1
Nilsiä, Finland1
Pohjois-Suomi, Finland1
Pori, Finland1
Pudasjärvi, Finland1
Pyhäjärvi, Finland1
Pöytyä, Finland1
Raahe, Finland1
Suomi, Finland1
Tuusula, Finland1
Uusimaa, Finland1
Vantaa, Finland1
Veteli, Finland1
Ylivieska, Finland1
Current role mix at YIT Oyj on JobCrawls
Role typeActive listings
Construction Site Manager10
Construction Supervisor7
Procurement Engineer6
Design Engineer5
Maintenance Intern5
Site Manager5
Design Manager4
HSE Supervisor4
Site Engineer4
Area Manager3
Project Engineer3
Building Technical Works Supervisor2
Construction Estimator2
Construction Intern2
Construction Site Engineer2
Financial Controller2
Information Security Service Owner2
Intern2
Junior Accountant2
Road Worker2
Safety Manager2
Salesperson2
Wooden Element Designer2
Worksite Engineer2
AI Specialist1
Accounts Payable Specialist1
Accounts Receivable Specialist1
Aluevastaava datakeskus- ja teollisuusrakentamisen liiketoimintoihin1
Betonityönjohtaja1
Building Services Technician1
Concrete Work Supervisor1
Construction Assistant1
Construction Designer1
Construction Equipment Operator1
Construction Site Supervisor1
Construction Supervisor for Concrete Works1
Construction Surveyor1
Controlling Development Intern1
Cost Estimation Engineer1
Customer Service Advisor1
Document Controller1
Earthworks Site Supervisor1
End User Experience Specialist1
Finance Professional1
Green Area Supervisor1
Green Maintenance Trainee1
Greenery Work Intern1
HSE Manager1
HVAC Trainee1
Head of Talent Attraction and Acquisition1
Health and Safety Engineer1
Health and Wellbeing Manager1
IT Security Service Owner1
Information Modeling Specialist1
Infrastructure Equipment Intern1
Infrastructure Project Manager1
Junior Sales Specialist1
Marketing Specialist1
Occupational Safety Engineer1
Payroll Services Intern1
Payroll Specialist1
Planning Manager1
Project Engineer Intern1
Project Manager1
Project Manager Data Center Construction1
Projektiassistentti datakeskushankkeisiin1
Property Maintenance Trainee1
Purchasing Engineer1
Quantity Surveyor1
Rail Construction Project Manager1
Rail Construction Supervisor1
Railway Construction Intern1
Railway Construction Site Manager1
Railway Construction Worker and Rail Systems Installer1
Railway Maintenance Expert1
Real Estate Project Assistant1
Real Estate Sales Manager1
Regional Manager for Digital Infrastructure and Energy and Industrial Construction1
Resource Manager1
Risk and Security Manager1
Road Maintenance Site Manager1
Site Foreman1
Site Supervisor1
Student Internship in Financial Control1
Tendering Manager1
Transaction Lawyer1
Transaction Manager1
Tunnel Worker1
Vegetation Supervisor1
Water Construction Supervisor1
Current role-level mix at YIT Oyj on JobCrawls
Role levelActive listings
Manager55
Mid-Level52
Intern17
Senior17
Junior6
Executive1
About the employer

YIT builds homes, spaces for businesses and people, and infrastructure across Europe. It operates in seven countries and employs approximately 4,100 professionals. Its 2025 revenue was EUR 1.8 billion, and it is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki.

Core values
Customer valueAccountabilityInitiativeLearning and sharing expertiseRespectTrustPsychological safety
Awards & certifications
Universum 2025: construction industry's most attractive employer

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