Job Description: Commercial Lead (Mission Critical Projects)

Company: Structure Tone Limited
Location: Europe
Reporting to: Commercial Director / Project Director

Role Overview

The Commercial Lead is leading the commercial management of complex, mission-critical projects, including data centres, high-spec laboratories, and technically demanding fit-outs. This is a senior leadership role responsible for ensuring commercial excellence, risk mitigation, and financial performance across multiple fast-paced, high-value projects. The successful candidate will bring strong expertise in cost control, contract strategy, and stakeholder management within mission-critical environments where quality, programme certainty, and precision are paramount.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Leadership

Lead the full commercial lifecycle of mission-critical projects, from pre-construction through to final account agreement.
Develop and implement commercial strategies aligned with Structuretone’s business objectives.
Ensure robust cost planning, forecasting, and reporting across multiple projects.
Drive profitability while maintaining strict cost control and risk management standards.

Contract & Risk Management

Oversee contract administration under various forms (e.g. JCT, NEC).
Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial risks specific to mission-critical programmes (e.g. programme delays, supply chain constraints, technical dependencies).
Manage and resolve complex contractual issues, variations, and claims.
Ensure full compliance with contractual obligations and governance processes.

Project Delivery Support

Work closely with Project Directors and operational teams to ensure commercial considerations are embedded into project delivery.
Support procurement strategies for specialist subcontract packages (e.g. MEP systems, critical infrastructure).
Monitor subcontractor performance, valuation, and account settlement.

Financial Management & Reporting

Produce accurate and timely cost reports, cash flow forecasts, and margin analysis.
Take ownership of project financial performance, ensuring targets are achieved or exceeded.
Review and approve subcontractor payments, valuations, and final accounts.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

Act as a key commercial interface with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners.
Build strong client relationships, ensuring transparency and trust on all commercial matters.
Contribute to client negotiations and dispute resolution when required.

Team Leadership & Development

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Quantity Surveyors and commercial staff.
Set clear objectives and performance standards across the commercial team.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Key Requirements

Experience

Significant experience in a senior commercial role within construction, ideally in mission-critical environments (e.g. data centres, life sciences, high-spec fit-out) .
Proven track record managing large-scale, complex projects and multiple workstreams.
Strong experience with MEP-heavy projects and technically complex builds.

Qualifications

Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or related discipline.
Professional membership desirable.

Skills & Competencies

Exceptional commercial acumen and analytical skills.
Strong leadership and team management capability.
Advanced knowledge of construction contracts (JCT, NEC).
Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
High level of attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.

Key Behaviours

Client-focused: Delivers high-quality outcomes aligned with client expectations.
Results-driven: Takes accountability for commercial performance.
Collaborative: Works effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
Resilient: Thrives in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
Innovative: Continuously seeks ways to improve processes and outcomes.

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