Commercial Lead

Job Description

Job Description: Commercial Lead – Data Center Project (Frankfurt, Germany)

Location: Frankfurt, Germany

Position: Commercial Lead

Sector: Data Center Construction / Mission-Critical Projects

About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Commercial Lead to oversee the commercial, contractual, and financial management of a major data center construction project in Frankfurt. The successful candidate will ensure robust commercial governance, protect project profitability, and support delivery teams throughout all project phases.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial & Contract Management

• Lead all commercial activities across the project lifecycle, from pre-contract to final account.
• Manage client, contractor, and supplier contracts (FIDIC, NEC, JCT, or similar).
• Evaluate, negotiate, and administer contract terms and variations.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and contractual obligations.

Financial Control

• Oversee project budgets, forecasts, cost plans, and cashflow.
• Manage cost reporting, value engineering, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Drive cost efficiencies while maintaining project quality and schedule.
• Prepare monthly commercial reports, change orders, and financial summaries.

Procurement & Supply Chain

• Work closely with procurement teams to select subcontractors and negotiate commercial agreements.
• Assess supplier performance, monitor spend, and ensure value for money.
• Lead tendering processes and conduct commercial evaluations.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as the primary commercial point of contact for client representatives.
• Support project directors, construction managers, and design teams with commercial guidance.
• Represent the business in commercial meetings and negotiations.

Requirements

• 7+ years commercial management or quantity surveying experience (or similar).
• Proven background delivering data centers, mission-critical, pharmaceutical, or large-scale industrial construction projects.
• Strong understanding of contract law, risk management, and cost control.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Fluent English; German is an advantage but not essential.
• Willingness to be based in Frankfurt or travel as required.

What’s on Offer

• Excellent salary package and benefits
• Opportunity to work on a high-profile European data center project
• Career progression within a leading international organisation
• Dynamic and collaborative project environment

How to Apply

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and join a major data center project, we want to hear from you.

paulb@highr.info

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