Contracts Manager - Data Centre

Leap29; Vaasa; On-site; EUR 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

International allowance

Travel support

Healthcare allowance

Pension contribution

Life assurance

Work abroad opportunities

Education & career development

Job summary

Leap29 is looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee the commercial and contractual delivery of a €12.5 million architectural CSA fit-out package for a major Data Centre project in Vaasa, Finland. The role is on-site, permanent, with responsibility for subcontract procurement, variations, payments and final accounts.

The successful candidate will work closely with project teams, consultants and client representatives, manage risk and reporting, and ensure contractual obligations are

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Contracts Manager or senior commercial role in construction.
• Strong understanding of contracts, procurement and risk management.
• Experience managing subcontract packages, variations, valuations, claims and final accounts.
• Experience coordinating commercial activities across multiple trades.
• Willingness to work on-site in Vaasa and right to work in Finland.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the commercial and contractual delivery of the architectural CSA fit-out subcontract package.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, tender reviews, commercial evaluations, package awards and contractual obligations.
• Review and manage variations, change notices, payment applications, progress valuations and contractual claims.
• Monitor cost forecasts, cash flow, risk registers and overall financial performance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate closely with project management, site teams, consultants, the main contractor and client representatives.
• Lead commercial negotiations, subcontractor performance reviews and the resolution of contractual issues.
• Identify commercial, contractual and programme risks, implementing appropriate mitigation measures.
• Provide commercial reporting, cost analysis and contractual advice to support project decision-making.
• Manage interim and final accounts, payment recommendations, variations and commercial close-out.
• Ensure contractual requirements, commercial procedures and relevant project obligations are maintained throughout delivery.

Skills

Contracts management

Commercial risk management

Subcontract procurement

Cost control & forecasting

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Data centre experience

Job description

Contracts Manager – Data Centre

Leap29

Vaasa, Ostrobothnia, Finland (On-site)

Contracts Manager – Data Centre

Location: Vaasa, Finland

Employment: Permanent, with alternative arrangements subject to client approval

Package: €95,000–€105,000 basic salary + international benefits

Start Date: ASAP

Working Arrangement: On-site

The Opportunity

Leap29 is working with an established European construction contractor delivering a major Data Centre project in Finland.

We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee the commercial and contractual delivery of a significant €12.5 million architectural CSA fit-out package.

The successful candidate will manage subcontract procurement, contractual obligations, variations, commercial risk and financial performance, working closely with project management, site teams, consultants and client representatives to support successful project delivery.

We welcome applications from experienced construction professionals currently working in either permanent or freelance positions.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the commercial and contractual delivery of the architectural CSA fit-out subcontract package.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, tender reviews, commercial evaluations, package awards and contractual obligations.
• Review and manage variations, change notices, payment applications, progress valuations and contractual claims.
• Monitor cost forecasts, cash flow, risk registers and overall financial performance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate closely with project management, site teams, consultants, the main contractor and client representatives.
• Lead commercial negotiations, subcontractor performance reviews and the resolution of contractual issues.
• Identify commercial, contractual and programme risks, implementing appropriate mitigation measures.
• Provide commercial reporting, cost analysis and contractual advice to support project decision-making.
• Manage interim and final accounts, payment recommendations, variations and commercial close-out.
• Ensure contractual requirements, commercial procedures and relevant project obligations are maintained throughout delivery.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager or in a senior commercial role within construction.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, subcontract procurement and commercial risk management.
• Demonstrated experience managing subcontract packages, variations, valuations, claims and final accounts.
• Experience coordinating commercial activities across multiple trades and construction interfaces.
• Strong cost control, forecasting, cash flow management and commercial reporting capabilities.
• Ability to negotiate effectively with subcontractors, contractors, consultants and client representatives.
• Experience on data centre, mission-critical, industrial, pharmaceutical or complex commercial construction projects is preferred.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to work on-site in Vaasa, Finland.
• Existing right to work in Finland is preferred; visa sponsorship availability must be confirmed before publication.

Package & Benefits

The international package includes:

• Basic salary of €95,000–€105,000 per annum.
• International allowance of 10–20% of basic salary.
• Accommodation provided.
• €30 per working day subsistence allowance.
• Travel support and occasional flights.
• Healthcare allowance of €104.40 per month.
• Employer pension contribution of 5%.
• Life assurance and income protection.
• 21 days annual leave, excluding public holidays.
• Funded education and career development opportunities.