Commercial manager/quantity surveyor

MiCiM is a specialist consultancy delivering complex construction projects with integrity and innovation. We work with global clients on mission-critical builds and foster a culture of openness, collaboration, and fairness.

We are looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to manage the commercial and financial performance of a major Data Centre project in the UK. This is a high-impact role where you’ll provide strategic guidance, ensure contractual compliance, and drive value while protecting project integrity and client interests.

What You’ll Do:

• Act as commercial interface between clients, project teams, and subcontractors.
• Implement project-specific commercial strategies for a complex data centre build.
• Maintain full visibility of financial position, change control, and risk exposure.
• Own cost planning: prepare budgets, forecasts, and advise on design changes.
• Oversee procurement: define strategy, manage tendering, and approve contracts.
• Manage contracts: control changes, produce cost reports, and support dispute resolution.
• Mentor junior commercial staff and promote commercial awareness across teams.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in commercial management within data centre construction or large-scale technical project
• Strong knowledge of cost planning, procurement, and contract administration.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to lead, mentor, and foster collaboration.

Why MiCiM?

• Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive salary package with performance-based bonuses.
• Enhanced Annual Leave + Christmas shutdown.
• Career Growth: MiCiM offers robust career development opportunities, including mentorship, training, and progression within the company.
• Knowledge Sharing and Engagement: Share your expertise and engage with educational institutions and further education bodies to inspire the next generation.
• Innovative Environment: Work on cutting-edge projects with a company that values creativity and innovation.
• Energy Efficiency and Sustainability: Our clients are industry leaders which means the projects we work on are often at the forefront of engineering excellence with respect to Energy Efficiency and Sustainability.
• Work-Life Balance: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, family-focused culture that includes enhanced benefits for mental health, neurodiversity, maternity, paternity, and menopause.
• Women in Construction: MiCiM is a proud co-founding member of FWD -Forum for Women in Data Centres, as well as provide enhanced pregnancy, maternity, return to work and menopause benefits for our employees.
• Enhanced Family Leave Policies: We offer enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave, providing you with the support you need during important life events.
• Volunteering Leave: We encourage giving back to the community with 2 paid days of leave per year for volunteering activities of your choice.
• Comprehensive Training Programmes: Support your career progression with structured training programmes, including opportunities for chartership and professional memberships.
• Multiple Network and Committee opportunities with MiCiM to get involved with should you wish.
• Regular Leadership Engagement: Participate in regular communication opportunities with company leaders to stay informed and involved.