Data Center Commercial Chief & Contract Lead

Açık Holding; Fatih; On-site; TRY 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Açık Holding seeks a Commercial & Contract Chief based in Ümraniye, Istanbul, to lead all commercial and contractual activities for a Data Center project. The role requires a deep understanding of contract law, FIDIC-based contracts, and strong negotiation skills.

The ideal candidate has a civil/industrial engineering background, 6+ years in large-scale construction, and the ability to manage subcontract agreements and variations while coordinating with multiple teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical & Electronics Engineering from a reputable university.
• Minimum 6 years in large-scale construction projects, with at least 3 years in commercial and contract roles.
• Fluent in English and strong contract management knowledge; familiar with FIDIC-based contracts.

Responsibilities

• Manage all commercial and contractual activities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Administer main contract and subcontract agreements per contractual requirements.
• Review, evaluate, and manage variation orders, claims, and extension of time submissions.
• Prepare and maintain contractual correspondence with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Monitor subcontractor commercial performance, payment processes, and contractual compliance.
• Coordinate with technical office, procurement, planning, and project teams on commercial matters.
• Identify contractual risks and opportunities and provide recommendations to project management.
• Prepare periodic commercial reports and support budget monitoring activities.
• Ensure proper documentation, tracking, and filing of all contractual records.
• Provide leadership, supervision, and direction to the commercial and contract management team.

Skills

English fluency

Leadership

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical & Electronics Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Açık Holding seeks a Commercial & Contract Chief based in Ümraniye, Istanbul, to lead all commercial and contractual activities for a Data Center project. The role requires a deep understanding of contract law, FIDIC-based contracts, and strong negotiation skills.

The ideal candidate has a civil/industrial engineering background, 6+ years in large-scale construction, and the ability to manage subcontract agreements and variations while coordinating with multiple teams.