M&E Contracts Lead – Data Centre (Finland)

Access Talent Group; Helsinki; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Access Talent Group is seeking a Contracts Manager to join a major data centre project in Finland, overseeing commercial and contractual management of a large-scale construction package. The ideal candidate has a strong mechanical/M&E background and proven experience managing contracts, subcontractors and commercial matters on complex projects within mission-critical environments.

This role offers international exposure and a long-term project pipeline in the Nordic region, with opportunities to

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within the construction, MEP or engineering sector.
• Strong mechanical/M&E bias or background.
• Experience managing major subcontract packages and commercial contracts.
• Experience with variations, claims, change management and extensions of time.
• Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills.
• EU working rights are required.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the contractual and commercial management of assigned project packages.
• Manage the full lifecycle of subcontractor and supplier contracts, from procurement through to completion.
• Prepare, review and negotiate contracts, subcontract agreements, variations and commercial documentation.
• Manage subcontractor performance and ensure contractual obligations are being met.
• Identify and manage commercial and contractual risks across the project.
• Review and manage variations, change orders, claims and extensions of time.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, forecasts and cash flow.
• Work closely with project management, engineering, procurement and construction teams to ensure commercial alignment.
• Manage relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Lead regular commercial and contractual meetings.
• Ensure accurate contract records, notices and supporting documentation are maintained.
• Support the resolution of contractual disputes and commercial issues.
• Monitor progress against contractual milestones and deliverables.
• Ensure project activities remain aligned with contractual requirements and agreed commercial terms.
• Provide regular commercial and contractual reporting to senior management.

Skills

Mechanical / M&E background

Contract management

Subcontractor management

Commercial awareness

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Job description

Access Talent Group is seeking a Contracts Manager to join a major data centre project in Finland, overseeing commercial and contractual management of a large-scale construction package. The ideal candidate has a strong mechanical/M&E background and proven experience managing contracts, subcontractors and commercial matters on complex projects within mission-critical environments.

This role offers international exposure and a long-term project pipeline in the Nordic region, with opportunities to