Cundall has named Veteran Olympic Broadcasting Services project manager, Jukka Kautonen, as Director of its Leisure and Entertainment sector. Based in Madrid, Jukka specialises in the delivery of critical building services for international broadcasting operations associated with major international events, including the Olympic Games.
With over 20 years’ experience, Jukka is a seasoned electrical engineer who previously worked for Cundall from 2006 to 2014. He later joined the Rio 2016 Organising Committee as a senior project manager, overseeing the delivery of broadcasting power for all venues.
Jukka then joined the Olympic Broadcasting Services (OBS) where he delivered electrical infrastructure for the International Broadcasting Centre and competition venues at major sites, including PyeongChang 2018 Winter Olympics, Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics (held in 2021), and the recent Paris 2024 Summer Olympics.
In his new role at Cundall, Jukka will draw on his extensive expertise in electrical infrastructure to support clients in delivering reliable broadcasting power for major sports and leisure events, including the Olympic Games.
Commenting on is new role, Jukka Kautonen said:
“I am excited to rejoin Cundall in this new role and contribute to the dynamic Leisure and Entertainment sector. Delivering technically complex solutions for international broadcasting facilities is a challenge I truly enjoy, and I look forward to collaborating with my new colleagues and clients on these exciting projects.”
Belinda Morgan, Partner at Cundall, added:
“Cundall’s Leisure and Entertainment team has been going from strength to strength in recent years, delivering innovative solutions on high profile projects including The Storm Rollercoaster in Dubai, AELTC Indoor Tennis Centre in London, Ed Sheeran’s Mathematics Tour, and the 2023 AFC Asian Cup Qatar opening ceremony.
“Having Jukka rejoin the team is extremely exciting. His breadth of experience and technical expertise in delivering large-scale engineering solutions for globally recognised events is invaluable, and I look forward to seeing the impact he will make as he leads the team forward.”
Cundall’s Leisure and Entertainment team has a long history of delivering innovative design solutions for internationally recognised clients and projects. These include whitewater rafting facilities for Olympic events, wet and dry leisure centres, theme parks, roller coasters, major event spaces, stadia and stage sets for renowned artists.
