Senior IT Project Manager - Data & AI Migrations, Espoo

• The Senior IT Project Manager will lead the Hydro ADP to FDP data platform migration pilot and drive an AI-powered environmental permitting tool from proof-of-concept into production.
• The role requires managing full project lifecycles, coordinating cross-functional teams and external vendors, ensuring IT governance and cybersecurity compliance, and overseeing budgets and risk mitigation.
• Candidates must have advanced enterprise IT project management experience, proven data migration and pilot-to-scale implementation skills, basic data architecture knowledge, full professional English, and the ability to pass SUPO/SÄPO security clearance.
• The position offers a competitive salary, a flexible hybrid work model, experience with Azure and Databricks, and is 100% allocated for three months with interviews ongoing.

We are seeking an experienced Senior IT Project Manager on behalf of our client to lead critical data platform migration and AI implementation projects. In this role, you will drive a key data migration pilot (ADP to FDP) and lead an AI-powered environmental permitting tool from proof-of-concept into full production. We are actively reviewing applications and moving quickly with interviews—apply immediately to secure your spot in the selection process!

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Senior IT Project Manager on behalf of our client to lead critical data and AI initiatives within their Hydro business area. In this role, you will manage a portfolio of parallel workstreams at 100% allocation for three months. This position offers an excellent vantage point in the energy sector, combining complex data migrations, modern AI applications, and enterprise IT governance.

You are offered
You will be at the forefront of digital transformation, working with modern tools like Databricks and Azure. The role offers a competitive salary, a flexible hybrid work model, and the chance to lead high-visibility AI and data projects.

Work tasks

The role involves managing the full lifecycle of data platform migrations and AI application deployments, focusing on stakeholder alignment, technical validation, and operational readiness.

• Lead the Hydro ADP to FDP data platform migration pilot and validate technical feasibility.
• Manage the implementation and deployment of AI-powered applications for environmental permitting.
• Define project scope, success criteria, and deliver go/no-go recommendations to steering groups.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, external vendors, and key business stakeholders.
• Ensure project execution aligns with IT governance models and cyber security standards.
• Oversee project budgets, resource planning, and comprehensive risk mitigation strategies.
• Manage dual-run validation, testing coordination, and formal handover to operations.

We are looking for

• Advanced knowledge of IT project management within enterprise environments.

• Proven experience leading data platform migrations and pilot-to-scale implementations.

• Basic knowledge of data architecture, including data models, governance, and structures.

• Full professional proficiency in English.

• Ability to pass a comprehensive security clearance (SUPO/SÄPO).

It is meritorious if you have

• Proficiency in Finnish or Swedish.
• Professional experience within the energy industry.
• Familiarity with Azure, Databricks, and PowerBI environments.

To succeed in the role, your personal skills are:

• Supportive
• Stress tolerant
• Goal oriented
• Orderly
• Responsible

Our recruitment process

This recruitment process is handled by Academic Work and it is our client’s wish that all questions regarding the position is directed to Academic Work.

Our selection process is continuous and the advert may close before the recruitment process is completed if we have moved forward to the next phase. The process includes two tests: one personality test and one cognitive test. The tests are tools to find the right talent for the right position, to enable equality, diversity, and a fair process.