Lead Commercial Director, Nordic Data Centre Projects

Arcadis; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcadis is seeking an experienced Commercial Director to lead the cost and commercial management of a major data centre construction project in the Nordics. The role offers the option to be based 100% in-country or to undertake significant international travel to Norway or Finland (50/50 or 11/3 rotations).

You will manage large projects, lead a team, and serve as the primary client contact for reporting and QA, ensuring contractual compliance and value delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction Management).
• Professional certification such as RICS or AACE is preferred.
• Extensive experience in a similar Commercial/Cost management role.
• In-depth technical knowledge of construction processes and cost & commercial management.
• Experience leading smaller projects and supporting larger complex programs.
• Experience delivering analysis and insights for decision making.
• Experience building client relationships with external stakeholders.
• Experience managing business relationships and middle management activities.

Responsibilities

• Manage large projects or complex work streams, delivering outputs that meet client expectations.
• Line management for development and performance of team members.
• Supervise Cost and Commercial Specialists on multiple projects.
• Act as primary client contact for cost/commercial reporting and QA.
• Review outputs before submission to client/external groups.
• Maintain understanding of client objectives and contracts.
• Support development of cost/commercial systems and processes.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in services.

Skills

Commercial management

Stakeholder management

Cost analysis

Leadership

Client relationship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying / Engineering / Construction Management

RICS / AACE or similar certification

Tools

Cost management systems

Job description

Arcadis is seeking an experienced Commercial Director to lead the cost and commercial management of a major data centre construction project in the Nordics. The role offers the option to be based 100% in-country or to undertake significant international travel to Norway or Finland (50/50 or 11/3 rotations).

You will manage large projects, lead a team, and serve as the primary client contact for reporting and QA, ensuring contractual compliance and value delivery.