Job Description: Commercial Lead (Mission Critical Projects)
Company: Structure Tone Limited
Location: Europe
Reporting to: Commercial Director / Project Director
Role Overview
This person leads 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.