Senior Commercial Manager, Data Centre Construction

Salter Grange Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Salter Grange Limited is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join our client, a European leader in construction solutions, delivering complex projects across data centres, life sciences and hyperscale facilities. You will lead commercial activities on large-scale, mission-critical projects and mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities include validating budgets, guiding procurement, managing cost reporting, contract reviews and risk mitigation, while maintaining strong relationships with

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in QS/Commercial Management.
• Experience leading on large-scale data centre projects.
• Experience in construction operations.
• Legal awareness and ability to assess contract documents.
• Strong communication skills at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Validate tender and construction budgets to ensure margins.
• Advise on administration, forecasting methods and protection of margins.
• Manage procurement from inception to completion within budget.
• Oversee Internal Monthly Cost Reports and Month End Reviews.
• Prepare and review contracts and tenders to achieve favorable outcomes.
• Assess and agree sub-contractor variations and insurance needs.
• Monitor project cash flow and ensure compliance with procedures.
• Mentor commercial staff and management.

Skills

Commercial management

Budget control

Tendering processes

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder communication

Education

Quantity surveying qualification

Engineering degree

Tools

Cost reporting software

Contract management systems

Job description

Salter Grange Limited is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join our client, a European leader in construction solutions, delivering complex projects across data centres, life sciences and hyperscale facilities. You will lead commercial activities on large-scale, mission-critical projects and mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities include validating budgets, guiding procurement, managing cost reporting, contract reviews and risk mitigation, while maintaining strong relationships with