Data Centre Quantity Surveyor – International Projects

Ward Personnel; København; On-site; DKK 650,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Data Centre project exposure

Long-term career progression

Collaborative project environment

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

Ward Personnel is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a leading contractor delivering large-scale Data Centre projects in Denmark. You will play a key role in supporting project delivery, maximising commercial performance, managing contractual risk, and maintaining relationships with project stakeholders throughout the lifecycle.

The successful candidate will manage subcontract packages, prepare CVRs, valuations, and variations, and lead commercial reporting, ensuring accurate final

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or Construction Management.
• Working towards or holding CIOB/RICS accreditation.
• Experience managing subcontract packages on construction projects.
• Knowledge of JCT contracts.
• Strong contract administration and commercial reporting skills.
• Experience preparing CVRs (Contract Value Reviews).
• Excellent letter and report writing abilities.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Commercial awareness with ability to identify risk and opportunities.
• Eligible for CIOB membership or currently a member.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tender packages, analyse subcontractor quotations, negotiate and finalise subcontract agreements.
• Manage the financial and commercial performance of subcontractors through to final account settlement.
• Maintain accurate site records and commercial documentation.
• Record and verify site measurements.
• Assist with forecasting, budgeting, CVRs, and contract value reconciliations.
• Prepare valuations and variations with appropriate supporting records and documentation.
• Update projected final accounts and ensure timely submission.
• Liaise with site and project management teams on commercial matters.
• Support and implement the project's commercial strategy.
• Protect contractual and commercial entitlements.
• Participate in contract value reviews while maintaining an independent commercial perspective.
• Identify and assess commercial risks and opportunities.
• Develop an understanding of project insurances and warranties.
• Support cash flow management and forecasting activities.
• Assist with tendering and procurement processes as required.
• Mentor and support Assistant and Trainee Quantity Surveyors.
• Ensure effective document control and commercial record keeping.
• Apply strong written and verbal communication skills across project teams.
• Utilise commercial and project management systems effectively.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the Standard Method of Measurement (SMM).
• Display strong commercial awareness, ownership, negotiation, and organisational skills.

Skills

Subcontract management

Contract administration

CVRs

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Communication

SMM knowledge

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management / Construction Management

CIOB/RICS accreditation or working towards

Job description

Ward Personnel is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a leading contractor delivering large-scale Data Centre projects in Denmark. You will play a key role in supporting project delivery, maximising commercial performance, managing contractual risk, and maintaining relationships with project stakeholders throughout the lifecycle.

The successful candidate will manage subcontract packages, prepare CVRs, valuations, and variations, and lead commercial reporting, ensuring accurate final