Do you have a background in construction engineering and enjoy seeing tangible results from your work? With us, you’ll lead projects that make a difference for children, students, patients, and employees.

We are seeking an independent and team-oriented project manager for a full-time (100 percent) position in the Public Buildings department of Real Estate.

In the Special-Purpose Buildings division, we work to ensure that the municipality’s schools, daycare centers, and healthcare facilities are safe, functional, and well-maintained. Through our projects, we contribute to creating a good environment for learning, care, and work.

You will lead maintenance, renovation, and remodeling projects at the municipality’s schools, daycare centers, and healthcare facilities. Projects typically have a budget ranging from approximately 100,000 to 5 million kroner, though size and complexity will vary. You will oversee the projects from needs assessment and planning through implementation, handover, and completion.

As a project manager, you will serve as the client’s representative and work closely with building operations, users, facility managers, and suppliers. You will have independent responsibility for your own projects and are expected to actively follow up on them at the construction site.

You will be a key resource in the department and will receive support from two experienced property managers who also carry out projects, as well as a department head with project management experience. With us, you’ll have the opportunity to apply your existing expertise and continue to develop through varied tasks and professional collaboration.

Job Responsibilities

• Plan and manage maintenance, renovation, and remodeling projects from needs assessment through completion.
• Clarify needs, solutions, and parameters in collaboration with property managers, building operations, and users.
• Prepare and monitor budgets, schedules, and project finances.
• Prepare bid documents and conduct call-offs and any mini-competitions within the municipality’s framework agreements.
• Monitor suppliers and contractors, including quality, contractual obligations, changes, and deviations.
• Conduct site inspections and construction meetings and monitor work on-site.
  
• Serve as the client’s representative and monitor safety, health, and the work environment (SHA).
• Coordinate construction work with operations within the buildings.
• Report on the status of finances, progress, quality, and risk to the department head.

Qualifications

We place particular emphasis on relevant experience and a practical understanding of construction engineering. Experience from similar roles will carry significant weight in the evaluation.

You must have:

• A relevant background in construction engineering. This may include documented experience in project management, construction management, or similar independent supervision of construction work. Such experience may compensate for a lack of formal education. If you do not have such experience, you must have completed a relevant technical college program or a relevant degree at the bachelor’s level or higher.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in Norwegian.
• Strong digital skills and the ability to use tools for project management, documentation, and financial management.
• A Class B driver’s license and access to your own car that can be used for work.

It is an advantage if you have:

• Experience with maintenance, rehabilitation, or renovation of existing buildings.
• Experience with budgeting, financial monitoring, and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of relevant Norwegian standards and construction contracts.
• Knowledge of the Client Regulations and practical implementation of health, safety, and environment (HSE) requirements.
• Experience with construction work in buildings that are in daily use.

Personal Qualities

We are looking for someone who:

• Is independent and takes responsibility
• Thrives on handling multiple tasks simultaneously, is able to prioritize, and maintains a clear overview.
• Builds strong, long-term relationships with those you’ll be working with
• Is practical and solution-oriented, and tackles challenges as they arise.
• Considers quality, costs, and future operational needs in context.
• Shares knowledge and contributes to a positive professional and social work environment.

We offer

• A key role in the department, with responsibility for projects that impact municipal services.
• A varied workday combining project work in the office, collaboration with users, and on-site follow-up at construction sites.
• A professional environment where you can learn from experienced colleagues while contributing your own knowledge and experience.
• Support from two experienced administrators and a department head with a background in project management.
• Flexible hours and the option to work from home when tasks allow. Regular presence is expected both at the office and on the construction site throughout the workweek.
• Salary to be negotiated.
• Generous pension and insurance plans.

Application and Practical Information

Submit your application and resume through the municipality’s online application portal. Attach relevant diplomas and certificates. Please describe any projects or tasks for which you have been responsible, and how your experience is relevant to the position.

Hamar Municipality seeks employees with diverse experiences and perspectives. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of age, gender, ethnic background, or disability.

Employment is subject to the terms and conditions set forth in applicable laws, regulations, and collective bargaining agreements.

After the application deadline, a public list of applicants will be compiled. If you wish to be excluded from this list, you must provide a reason in your application. Information about you may be made public even if you have requested an exemption. You will be notified if your request is not granted.

If you have questions about the position: Feel free to contact us to discuss the responsibilities and day-to-day work at our company.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Contact Information

Håkon Forrestad Swensen, Department Head, Special-Purpose Buildings, 906 51 846

Work Location

Vangsvegen 51
2317 Hamar

Key Information:

Employer: Hamar Municipality

Reference No.: 5208918014
Employment percentage: 100%
Permanent
Application deadline: December 2, 2026