Commercial Manager
Kenton Black
Our client is a globally recognised international main contractor with an outstanding reputation for delivering some of the world's largest and most technically advanced construction projects. Due to continued growth within their mission-critical division, they are seeking an exceptional Commercial Manager to lead the commercial delivery of a major hyperscale data centre construction project in Oulu, Finland.
This is a rare opportunity to join one of Europe's most significant data centre developments, taking ownership of the commercial function on a landmark project for a global technology client. The successful candidate will become a key member of the senior leadership team, driving commercial performance from project mobilisation through to final account.
The Role:
Reporting to the Commercial Director, you will be responsible for all commercial aspects of a major new-build hyperscale data centre project.
Working closely with the Project Director, client representatives and wider project leadership team, you will lead the commercial strategy, manage project risk, oversee procurement and subcontract management, and ensure the successful financial delivery of the project.
This role requires an experienced commercial leader who is comfortable operating on large, complex construction programmes and leading high-performing commercial teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead all commercial activities across a major hyperscale data centre construction project.
- Develop and implement the project's commercial strategy.
- Take responsibility for commercial governance, financial performance and contractual compliance.
- Manage procurement strategies, subcontract negotiations and supply chain performance.
- Oversee project cost reporting, forecasting, budgeting and cash flow.
- Identify and manage commercial risks, opportunities, claims and change events.
- Lead negotiations with clients, consultants and subcontractors.
- Manage, mentor and develop the on-site commercial team.
- Build strong working relationships with key project stakeholders.
- Ensure the successful commercial delivery of the project from inception through to final account.
About You:
We're looking for an experienced commercial professional with the leadership skills and technical expertise to deliver major international construction projects. Ideally somebody already working in or with previous experience of working in the Nordics region.
You will have:
- 20+ years' commercial experience within the construction industry.
- A proven track record working for recognised international or Tier 1 main contractors.
- Extensive experience leading the commercial delivery of large-scale construction projects.
- Strong contractual knowledge and commercial acumen.
- Excellent leadership, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience managing and developing commercial teams.
- A degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related discipline.
- Professional membership (MRICS or equivalent) would be advantageous.
Preferred Experience:
Previous hyperscale or mission-critical data centre experience would be highly advantageous.
However, we're equally keen to speak with experienced Commercial Managers who have successfully delivered major projects in sectors such as:
- Major Building Projects
- Civil Engineering
- MEP Construction
- Pharmaceutical & Life Sciences
- Advanced Manufacturing
- Industrial
- Energy
- Infrastructure
Candidates should have experience delivering complex, high-value projects for recognised international main contractors.
Eligibility:
This opportunity is open to both EU passport holders and British nationals.
Candidates must be willing to work on rotation in Finland.
Salary & Benefits:
- Basic salary of €160,000–€180,000, depending on experience.
- Rotation schedule.
- Accommodation provided.
- Company vehicle.
- Return flights included.
- Daily per diem allowance.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunity to work on one of Europe's most prestigious hyperscale data centre developments.
- Long-term career opportunities with a globally recognised international contractor.
Why Apply?
This is an opportunity to take on one of the most senior commercial appointments within a flagship hyperscale data centre project. You'll be joining an industry-leading contractor with an impressive international project portfolio, working alongside some of the best professionals in the mission-critical sector.
If you're an accomplished Commercial Manager with the experience to lead the commercial delivery of major construction projects, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.
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