Commercial Manager 

Berlin, Germany (New Build Data Centre)

Our client is a €1bn turnover Tier 1 main contractor operating across the UK, Ireland, and Europe. They deliver major, complex construction projects with a particular emphasis on Data Centres, Distribution Centres, and large-scale commercial builds.
As part of their continued expansion across mainland Europe, the company is now seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join their Data Centre delivery team in Berlin, Germany, overseeing the commercial function on a major new-build hyperscale data centre project.
This is a permanent, full-time position ideally suited to candidates already based in Germany, offering the opportunity to join a leading international contractor with a strong pipeline of technically complex projects across Europe.

Role Overview:
As Commercial Manager, you will take overall responsibility for the commercial performance and financial control of the project. Working closely with the project leadership team, you will lead the commercial strategy, oversee contract management and procurement, and ensure robust cost control throughout all project phases. This role requires a commercially astute professional with proven leadership experience and a strong understanding of large-scale construction delivery.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage all commercial and contractual aspects of the new build data centre project.
Develop and implement commercial strategies to maximise project profitability and mitigate risk.
Review and negotiate main contract and subcontract terms and conditions.
Oversee procurement activities and the management of subcontractor and supplier relationships.
Monitor and control project budgets, cash flow, and financial performance.
Lead the preparation and negotiation of interim and final accounts.
Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, company policies, and project governance procedures.
Provide commercial reporting and forecasting to senior management and the client.
Support and mentor project quantity surveyors and junior commercial team members.
Liaise effectively with clients, consultants, design, and delivery teams to ensure successful project outcomes.

Candidate Requirements:
Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline—or possess equivalent industry experience.
Minimum of 8–10 years’ experience in a commercial management or senior quantity surveying role, ideally on large-scale new build construction projects.
Proven experience leading the commercial function on complex projects, preferably in the data centre or high-tech sector.
Excellent knowledge of procurement, contract law, and cost management principles.
Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
Confident in financial reporting, forecasting, and risk management.
Fluent in English; German language skills are highly advantageous.
Must be currently based in Germany or have existing right-to-work status.

Package:
Competitive basic salary (local employment contract)
Annual performance-based bonus
Company pension scheme
Private healthcare
Travel allowance / commuting support