Senior quantity surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor Data Centre Project (Finland)

London /Cork/ Dublin / Helsinki (Hybrid) | Travel to Finland (fully expensed) | Permanent

We are partnering with a growing, forward-thinking consultancy that has recently secured a series of major hyperscale data centre project wins across Europe, backed by significant investment and a strong pipeline of long-term growth.

As a result, we are now seeking an experienced Commercial Lead to take ownership of the commercial delivery of the construction of flagship data centre project in Finland—a high-profile, mission-critical development within a rapidly expanding European portfolio.

This is a senior leadership role offering the opportunity to work at the forefront of digital infrastructure, supporting the delivery of complex, high-value projects across international markets.

🔹 The Role

You will lead all commercial, contractual, and financial aspects of the project, ensuring strong governance, risk management, and commercial performance from pre-construction through to final account. Working closely with project directors, design teams, contractors, and client stakeholders, you will play a pivotal role in driving successful project outcomes.

This role can be based in London, Dublin, Cork or Helsinki, with regular, fully expensed travel to Finland.

🔹 Key Responsibilities

• Lead commercial management across a major hyperscale data centre programme
• Oversee cost planning, forecasting, reporting, and financial controls
• Manage procurement strategy and contract administration (NEC / FIDIC or equivalent)
• Lead subcontractor and main contractor commercial negotiations
• Drive change control, variation, and claims management processes
• Support risk mitigation and value optimisation strategies
• Collaborate closely with project and design teams across multiple locations
• Provide commercial input into client reporting and senior stakeholder updates

Experience

• Proven experience in a Commercial Manager / Commercial Lead / Senior Quantity Surveyor/Senior Cost Manager role
• Strong background in Data Centres, Critical Infrastructure, Pharma, or large-scale MEP projects
• Excellent understanding of major contract forms (NEC / FIDIC)
• Strong commercial acumen with excellent negotiation and leadership skills
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, international project environments
• Strong communication skills and stakeholder management capability

🔹 What’s on Offer

• Senior role within a rapidly expanding consultancy with strong financial backing
• Opportunity to work on flagship hyperscale data centre projects in Europe
• Flexible base location: London, Dublin, or Helsinki
• Fully expensed international travel
• Competitive salary + bonus + long-term progression opportunities
• High autonomy and visibility within a growing business

If you’re interested in being part of a business shaping the future of digital infrastructure across Europe, we’d love to hear from you.

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