Commercial Director

Company: Core Search
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Commercial Manager / Director – Data Centres (UK)

General Contractor | Mission-Critical Projects

We are working with a leading UK General Contractor delivering large-scale data centre projects, seeking a Commercial Manager / Commercial Director to lead the commercial function on high-value builds.

This is a key role within a fast-growing sector, offering the opportunity to work on complex, fast-track projects with strong career progression.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead all commercial and contractual aspects of projects
  • Manage contracts (NEC, JCT, FIDIC)
  • Oversee cost control, variations, and claims
  • Drive commercial performance and risk management
  • Lead client and subcontractor commercial engagement

Requirements

  • M&E biased preferred
  • Experience as Commercial Manager / Contracts Manager / Commercial Lead
  • Background in complex projects (data centres, energy, infrastructure, EPC)
  • Strong knowledge of NEC, JCT and/or FIDIC contracts
  • Proven experience managing claims and commercial risk

Why Apply

  • Strong pipeline of UK data centre projects
  • Opportunity to enter or grow within the mission-critical sector
  • Clear progression to Commercial Director level, company wide position

Posted: April 28th, 2026