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
1. Lead contract administration and commercial management for a large-scale mission critical facility construction project
2. Review, negotiate, and manage construction contracts, subcontracts, and consultant agreements
3. Ensure compliance with contract terms, regulatory requirements, and company policies
4. Develop and implement change management processes, including evaluation of change orders and claims
5. Monitor project costs, forecasts, and cash flow to ensure commercial viability
6. Identify and mitigate contractual risks throughout the project lifecycle
7. Manage relationships with clients, contractors, and key stakeholders
8. Prepare monthly commercial reports and present to senior management
9. Lead contract close-out processes and final account negotiations
Qualifications
Your profile
10. 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
11. Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering or related field
12. Strong understanding of German construction law and contract administration
13. Experience with main construction industry standard forms of contract
14. Proficiency in contract risk assessment and mitigation strategies
15. Advanced negotiation and stakeholder management skills
16. Excellence in financial analysis and reporting
17. Strong leadership and team collaboration skills
18. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
19. Advanced negotiation skills
20. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
21. Professional working proficiency in English and German