Commercial Lead | Frankfurt

Oradeo; Frankfurt (Oder); Vor Ort; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An international recruitment firm is seeking a Commercial Lead to oversee the commercial performance of large-scale construction projects in Frankfurt. The successful candidate will manage valuations, costs, and contractual compliance while leading a team. Ideal applicants will have over 10 years of commercial management experience, preferably with a main contractor, and familiarity with data centre or pharmaceutical projects. This role offers a competitive salary and various benefits including relocation support, and continuous professional development opportunities.

Leistungen

Competitive salary based on experience

Company vehicle or travel allowance

Relocation support

Laptop and phone provided

Pension, life insurance, and income protection

Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities

Access to lifestyle benefits

Qualifikationen

• 10+ years of commercial management experience, ideally with a main contractor.
• Experience in pharmaceutical or data centre environments is highly advantageous.
• Strong IT proficiency and familiarity with modern commercial management tools.

Aufgaben

• Oversee valuations, cost management, and financial reporting.
• Prepare monthly and final valuations, managing costs across contracts.
• Lead and mentor surveyors and junior team members.
• Undertake detailed reviews of contract documentation for anomalies.

Kenntnisse

Commercial management experience

Strong background in construction

Excellent interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Leadership attributes

Ausbildung

Chartered or working toward chartership (SCS or equivalent)

Tools

Modern commercial management tools

Jobbeschreibung

Commercial Lead | Frankfurt

• International market-leading construction organisation operating across major European markets

• Excellent package with strong long-term career development opportunities

• Large-scale, high-profile projects including Data Centres, Pharmaceutical Facilities, and Industrial Developments

About Oradeo

Oradeo is an international recruitment and project services consultancy specialising in the delivery of mission-critical construction projects throughout Europe. We partner with global blue-chip clients and tier-one contractors to provide expert talent, logistics solutions, and project support.

As part of our ongoing involvement in major projects across the DACH region, we are seeking an experienced Commercial Lead to support the commercial management of large-scale construction programmes in Frankfurt.

Role Overview

The Commercial Lead will take full responsibility for the commercial performance and contractual administration of complex construction works. Acting as a key member of the senior project team, you will oversee valuations, cost management, subcontract procurement, contractual compliance, and financial reporting while supporting project delivery across multiple disciplines.

This role requires strong commercial expertise, excellent communication skills, and experience working on mission-critical construction environments such as data centres or pharmaceutical projects.

Key Responsibilities

Valuations, Cost Control & Reporting

• Prepare monthly, interim, and final valuations as well as applications for payment.

• Manage reconciliation of valuations and costs across contracts, subcontractors, specialists, and suppliers.

• Provide accurate commercial data to support ongoing cashflow forecasting and contract reviews.

Contract Administration

• Undertake detailed reviews of contract documentation and identify any anomalies or risks.

• Agree interim and final valuations with client representatives.

• Prepare comprehensive take-offs for the Estimating, Procurement, and Planning teams.

• Compile, submit, and agree final accounts for completed sections of work.

• Maintain detailed records of all contractual delays and commercial impacts.

Procurement & Supply Chain

• Work closely with the Procurement Manager to place subcontracts within your remit.

• Support the management of subcontractor packages and commercial deliverables.

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and support surveyors and assistant/junior surveyors within the commercial team.

• Promote high standards of collaboration, communication, and commercial governance.

Candidate Requirements

Experience

• 10+ years’ commercial management experience, ideally with a main contractor.

• Strong background in construction or civil engineering projects; experience in pharmaceutical or data centre environments is highly advantageous.

Professional Competencies

• Chartered or working toward chartership (SCS or equivalent).

• Strong IT proficiency and familiarity with modern commercial management tools.

• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills.

Personal Qualities

• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.

• Proactive commercial mindset with the ability to work in fast-paced technical environments.

• Strong leadership attributes with the ability to mentor and guide commercial teams.

Package

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Company vehicle or travel allowance

• Relocation support where applicable

• Laptop and phone provided

• Pension, life insurance, and income protection

• Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities

• Access to lifestyle benefits including employee assistance programmes and wellness initiatives

For more information about this Commercial Lead opportunity or other Commercial Management roles across Europe, contact Oradeo at [phone] in confidence or apply directly at [e-mail]