Commercial Manager for Frankfurt Data Centre - Germany - 90k - 115 + allowances & package - LJB Recruitment

Job ID: commercial-manager-frankfurt-data-centrePosted: 2026-03-24Location: Europe, Frankfurt, GermanySalary: GBP 90k - 115 + allowances & packageEmployment Type: PermanentCompany: LJB & CoCommercial ManagerOur client is a multi-disciplined main contractor operating across the UK and Europe with a turnover of 750m and sustained annual growth of 5%–7.5%. They deliver large-scale, turnkey projects for blue-chip clients, with a strong focus on data centres and other technology-heavy developments. Due to continued growth and a recent major project win, our client is now seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to lead the commercial function on a flagship data centre project in Frankfurt, Germany. This is a senior, site-based role with full commercial responsibility for a complex, high-value project.The Role Reporting to the Regional Commercial Director, the Commercial Manager will have overall responsibility for the commercial performance of the project from pre-construction through to final account. Key responsibilities include:

• Full commercial leadership and governance of the project
• Developing and implementing commercial strategy to maximise project profitability
• Overall responsibility for cost control, forecasting, and cash flow management
• Managing subcontract procurement strategy and commercial negotiations
• Oversight and approval of valuations, variations, and final accounts
• Managing change control, risk, and contractual compliance
• Leading, mentoring, and developing the site commercial team
• Producing accurate monthly commercial reports for senior management and stakeholders
• Acting as the key commercial interface with the client and external consultantsRequirements
• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline (MRICS or equivalent desirable)
• Extensive experience in a senior commercial role with a main contractor
• Proven track record delivering large-scale, technically complex projects (data centres, pharma, or major M&E-led projects highly advantageous)
• Strong contractual knowledge (NEC, FIDIC, or similar forms of contract)
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to manage risk and opportunity
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, international project environment
• Willingness to be based on site in Frankfurt (attractive expat/relocation package typically provided)What’s on Offer
• Highly competitive salary
• Accommodation provided
• Living and travel allowances
• Pension and healthcare
• Rotational flights
• Bonus system
• Senior leadership role on a flagship data centre project
• Long-term career progression within a rapidly expanding international contractor
• Opportunity to work on technically complex, high-value projects for blue-chip clientsThis position offers a rare opportunity for an accomplished Commercial Manager to take ownership of a major international project and play a key role in the continued growth of a market-leading contractor.