Principal Consultant - Construction & Built Environment
Title: Commercial Manager
Location: West Dublin
About the Role
We are working with a high-growth subcontractor in the data centre construction space, seeking a Commercial Manager to support the Commercial Director (Designate) and lead day-to-day commercial operations. This is a pivotal role in a company scaling aggressively across Ireland and mainland Europe. This role will suit a Senior QS looking to move into a senior position or an existing Commercial manager that wants to be a key member of their strong growth plans.
About the Company
The Client is one of Europe’s fastest-growing specialist subcontractors in the data centre sector, delivering mission-critical packages across Ireland and mainland Europe. With a strong reputation built on technical expertise, quality delivery, and trusted partnerships.
* Team size: ~50 office staff, ~200 site staff.
* Leadership: Guided by industry-recognised leader (Board Level)
* Expansion: Scaling rapidly across Europe with strong financial performance and potential external investment.
Current Commercial Team
* 1 Senior QS
* 3 Graduate QSs
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee the commercial function, managing contracts, valuations, variations, and cost control across live projects.
* Lead, mentor, and develop a team of QSs and commercial staff.
* Support commercial strategy and client negotiation alongside the Commercial Director.
* Manage commercial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
* Interface with Tier 1 contractors and major data centre clients.
* Ensure accurate and timely project cost reporting and financial performance analysis.
* Assist in procurement and subcontractor package management.
* Champion best practices in commercial governance and risk management.
* Provide commercial input into new project bids and tenders.
Ideal Candidate
* 8+ years’ experience in a quantity surveying/commercial role (main contractor or subcontractor background).
* Comfortable in a fast-paced, growing business with shifting priorities.
* Excellent contract knowledge and client negotiation skills.
* Strong leadership, communication, and reporting skills.
* Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or equivalent.
Contact Stephen Kelly on 087 474 4071 to find out more!
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Construction
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