Commercial Lead – Data Centre Construction

Company: Spencer Ogden
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Location: London
Job Description:

Commercial Lead – Data Centre Project (Finland)

London /Cork/ Dublin / Helsinki (Hybrid) | Travel to Finland (fully expensed) | Permanent

We are partnering with a growing, forward-thinking consultancy that has recently secured a series of major hyperscale data centre project wins across Europe, backed by significant investment and a strong pipeline of long-term growth.

As a result, we are now seeking an experienced Commercial Lead to take ownership of the commercial delivery of the construction of flagship data centre project in Finland—a high-profile, mission-critical development within a rapidly expanding European portfolio.

This is a senior leadership role offering the opportunity to work at the forefront of digital infrastructure, supporting the delivery of complex, high-value projects across international markets.

The Role

You will lead all commercial, contractual, and financial aspects of the project, ensuring strong governance, risk management, and commercial performance from pre-construction through to final account. Working closely with project directors, design teams, contractors, and client stakeholders, you will play a pivotal role in driving successful project outcomes.

This role can be based in London, Dublin, Cork or Helsinki, with regular, fully expensed travel to Finland.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead commercial management across a major hyperscale data centre programme
  • Oversee cost planning, forecasting, reporting, and financial controls
  • Manage procurement strategy and contract administration (NEC / FIDIC or equivalent)
  • Lead subcontractor and main contractor commercial negotiations
  • Drive change control, variation, and claims management processes
  • Support risk mitigation and value optimisation strategies
  • Collaborate closely with project and design teams across multiple locations
  • Provide commercial input into client reporting and senior stakeholder updates

Experience

  • Proven experience in a Commercial Manager / Commercial Lead / Senior Quantity Surveyor/Senior Cost Manager role
  • Strong background in Data Centres, Critical Infrastructure, Pharma, or large-scale MEP projects
  • Excellent understanding of major contract forms (NEC / FIDIC)
  • Strong commercial acumen with excellent negotiation and leadership skills
  • Comfortable working in fast-paced, international project environments
  • Strong communication skills and stakeholder management capability

What’s on Offer

  • Senior role within a rapidly expanding consultancy with strong financial backing
  • Opportunity to work on flagship hyperscale data centre projects in Europe
  • Flexible base location: London, Dublin, or Helsinki
  • Fully expensed international travel
  • Competitive salary + bonus + long-term progression opportunities
  • High autonomy and visibility within a growing business

If you’re interested in being part of a business shaping the future of digital infrastructure across Europe, we’d love to hear from you.

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Posted: June 6th, 2026