At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead commercial activities for hyperscale data centres across Europe.
- Company: Join a dynamic team focused on major engineering projects.
- Benefits: 10/4 rotation, competitive salary, and opportunities for career advancement.
- Other info: Ideal for those seeking a senior role in a fast-paced environment.
- Why this job: Make a significant impact on large-scale projects while enjoying work-life balance.
- Qualifications: 10+ years in commercial management with strong negotiation skills.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.
We're looking for an experienced Commercial Manager to support the delivery of hyperscale data centres across Europe. This is a senior site-based opportunity for a commercially strong professional who is comfortable operating in a fast-paced project environment, working closely with project management, clients, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
The Role
As Commercial Manager, you will take ownership of the commercial function on the project, ensuring strong cost control, contract management and commercial governance throughout the project lifecycle. Key responsibilities will include:
- Leading all commercial and contractual activities on the project
- Managing project budgets, forecasts, cash flow and cost reporting
- Monitoring project performance and identifying commercial risks and opportunities
- Managing variations, change orders, claims and contract negotiations
- Overseeing subcontractor and supplier commercial management
- Reviewing contracts and ensuring contractual obligations are understood and maintained
- Supporting the Project Manager and senior leadership with commercial decision-making
- Preparing accurate monthly commercial reports and forecasts
- Managing final accounts and supporting successful project close-out
- Maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and key project stakeholders
Requirements
To be considered, you will need:
- Minimum 10 years experience in commercial management, quantity surveying or a similar senior commercial role
- A relevant degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction Management, Engineering or a related discipline
- Strong contract and commercial management experience on large-scale projects
- Demonstrable experience managing variations, claims, subcontractors and project cost control
- Strong understanding of project forecasting, reporting and commercial risk
- Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to work autonomously and make commercially sound decisions in a site-based environment
- Previous experience working on major industrial, engineering or construction projects would be highly advantageous
Rotation
The position operates on a 10/4 rotation (10 days working followed by 4 days off), making it an excellent opportunity for someone comfortable working within a rotational project environment.
The Opportunity
This is an opportunity to take a senior commercial position on a major project, playing a key role in protecting commercial performance, managing contractual exposure and supporting successful project delivery.
Interested? Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
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