Contract Manager/ Quantity Surveyor- Data Centre Project (Client-Side)

Contract Manager / Quantity Surveyor – Data Centre Projects (Client-Side)

We are seeking a Contract Manager / Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial management of large-scale hyperscale Data Centre projects (50MW+) across Europe and international markets.

Operating on the client/owner side, this role is responsible for providing commercial oversight, cost control, and contractual management across the full project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

1. Commercial & Cost Management

• Provide end-to-end commercial management across data centre projects from pre-construction through to final account
• Manage General Contractor and supply chain commercial performance, including valuations, variations, and final accounts
• Develop and maintain cost plans, budgets, and forecasts aligned with project delivery
• Monitor project expenditure and ensure robust cost control and reporting processes are in place
• Support development of procurement strategies and contract structures

2. Contract Management

• Review, administer, and manage contracts across all project packages
• Ensure contractual compliance by contractors and consultants
• Manage change control processes, including evaluation and negotiation of variations
• Provide guidance on contractual obligations, risk allocation, and dispute avoidance
• Support resolution of claims, extensions of time, and loss/expense events

3. Stakeholder & Client Coordination

• Act as a key commercial interface between client, contractors, and consultants
• Support the Project Manager in delivering strong commercial governance and reporting
• Build and maintain effective working relationships across all stakeholders
• Provide clear commercial insights to support decision-making

4. Risk & Financial Control

• Identify and manage commercial risks, ensuring mitigation strategies are implemented
• Maintain cost-related risk registers and contingency tracking
• Support cash flow management and financial forecasting
• Provide commercial assurance on project performance and margin control

5. Reporting & Data Integration

• Prepare accurate and timely cost reports, valuations, and financial summaries
• Support integration of digital tools, data analytics, and reporting dashboards into commercial management
• Ensure transparency and accuracy in all commercial reporting
• Provide insights into cost performance, risks, and opportunities

6. Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Work closely with Planning, Construction, and Project Controls teams to ensure alignment between cost, programme, and delivery
• Promote a One Team approach across all project stakeholders
• Support continuous improvement of commercial processes and best practices
• Contribute to lessons learned and knowledge sharing across projects

Our Ideal Candidate

You are a commercially driven professional with strong experience in managing complex construction projects, particularly within data centre or mission-critical environments. You combine technical commercial expertise with a collaborative mindset and are comfortable working in a client-facing, high-performance environment.

Experience Required

• 8–15+ years’ experience in Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management
• Proven experience on Data Centre / Mission Critical projects (essential)
• Experience working in a client-side / owner’s representative role preferred
• Strong understanding of construction contracts and commercial processes
• Experience managing large-scale project budgets and commercial risk
• International project experience is advantageous

Key Skills

• Strong commercial and contractual management capability
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage cost, risk, and performance across complex projects
• Data-driven mindset with experience in digital reporting tools
• Strong attention to detail and financial control

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid and flexible working models
• Opportunity to work on hyperscale data centre projects internationally
• Career progression in digital commercial management and leadership
• Access to cutting-edge tools, technologies, and methodologies
• Educational assistance and continuous professional development
• Wellness programmes supporting physical and mental well-being

Next Steps

If you’re ready to play a key role in delivering high-profile data centre projects and drive commercial excellence, we’d love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV to Data Centre experience required.