We are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join a client-side team delivering a major hyperscale data centre project in Berlin.
This is a key leadership role responsible for commercial strategy, procurement, contract management, and cost control across a large-scale mission-critical development.
Working closely with project directors, design teams, consultants, and construction partners, you will ensure robust commercial governance and value-driven project delivery from pre-construction through to completion.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead all commercial and contractual aspects of a major data centre development in Berlin.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies, including tendering, bid evaluation, negotiation, and contract award.
• Manage cost planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee CSA and MEP commercial packages, ensuring value optimisation and effective cost control.
• Identify, manage, and mitigate commercial risks and opportunities.
• Administer and negotiate construction contracts, variations, claims, and final accounts.
• Collaborate with project delivery, design, and construction teams to ensure commercial objectives align with programme and technical requirements.
• Build strong relationships with contractors, consultants, and key stakeholders to drive performance and successful project outcomes.
• Provide commercial leadership and support to wider project teams where required.
Candidate Requirements
• 5+ years’ experience in Commercial Management, Quantity Surveying, or Cost Management within large-scale construction projects.
• Previous experience on data centre, mission-critical, industrial, or major infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of CSA and MEP packages.
• Experience managing high-value construction contracts and complex procurement processes.
• Excellent commercial, contractual, and financial management skills.
• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation capabilities.
• Experience working within a client-side, developer, consultancy, or major contractor environment.
• Willingness to regularly travel to Berlin.
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