Commercial Contract Manager

Overview
PM Group
are seeking an experienced and talented Commercial Contract Manager to oversee complex construction contracts for a high-profile Mission Critical Data Center construction project in the Frankfurt region.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with significant experience managing commercial and contractual aspects of the construction project, with a focus on risk management, change control, and stakeholder relationships.

Who we are?
PM Group
is an employee-owned international project delivery firm. We are world leaders in the pharma, food, medtech and mission critical sectors. From our network of offices in Europe, Asia and the US, we work with the world's leading organisations. We are focused on growing a sustainable business centred around our people, our clients and trade partners.

Our Vision is to be a highly valued and creative delivery partner, building a more sustainable world with our clients. To achieve this our people are key

Responsibilities
Your role

• Lead contract administration and commercial management for a large-scale mission critical facility construction project
• Review, negotiate, and manage construction contracts, subcontracts, and consultant agreements
• Ensure compliance with contract terms, regulatory requirements, and company policies
• Develop and implement change management processes, including evaluation of change orders and claims
• Monitor project costs, forecasts, and cash flow to ensure commercial viability
• Identify and mitigate contractual risks throughout the project lifecycle
• Manage relationships with clients, contractors, and key stakeholders
• Prepare monthly commercial reports and present to senior management
• Lead contract close-out processes and final account negotiations

Qualifications
Your profile

• Minimum 10 years of commercial management experience in a leadership or senior position in large scale construction projects, ideally Mission Critical / Data Centers in Germany
• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering or related field
• Strong understanding of German construction law and contract administration
• Experience with main construction industry standard forms of contract
• Proficiency in contract risk assessment and mitigation strategies
• Advanced negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Excellence in financial analysis and reporting
• Strong leadership and team collaboration skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Advanced negotiation skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Professional working proficiency in English and German

Why PM Group?
As an employee-owned company, we are inclusive, committed and driven. Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability are the heart of our new 2025 business strategy.

D&I

Inclusion and Diversity are core to our culture and values. Wherever we work, we commit to a culture of mutual respect and belonging by building a truly inclusive workplace rich in diverse people, talents and ideas. Valuing the contributions of all our people and respecting individual differences will sustain our growth into the future.

PM Group is committed to ensuring our hiring process is fair and accessible to all and will provide candidates with disabilities with reasonable accommodations required to participate in the recruitment process. If you require any assistance in this regard, please let us know.