Reference
LP55
Sector
Datacentre
Salary
Competitive
Town/City
Lisbon or Porto
Contract Type
Permanent
Commercial Quantity Surveyor – Data Centre / HV Projects
We’re looking for a Commercial Quantity Surveyor to play a key role in the commercial management of a major data centre and high-voltage infrastructure project. This is a high-impact position where you’ll take ownership of cost control, contract management, and commercial strategy across a complex, fast-paced build.
Working closely with project leadership, you’ll ensure strong financial performance while supporting the successful delivery of critical infrastructure.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Take ownership of the commercial performance of the project
- Manage budgets, forecasts, and cost reportingAdminister main contracts and subcontract packages (NEC, FIDIC or similar)
- Lead subcontractor procurement, negotiations, and commercial management
- Manage variations, claims, and change control processes
- Prepare valuations, applications for payment, and final accountsIdentify and mitigate commercial risks and opportunities
- Support value engineering and cost optimisationWork closely with delivery teams to ensure commercial alignment
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor / Commercial QS on large-scale construction or infrastructure projects
- Strong background in data centres, HV, or mission-critical projects is highly desirable
- Solid understanding of contract forms such as NEC or FIDIC
- Strong commercial acumen and cost control experience
- Confident managing subcontractors and complex commercial interfaces
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or similar
Why This Role?
- Key commercial role on a flagship data centre project
- Exposure to complex, high-value builds across Europe
- Strong pipeline and long-term project security
- Opportunity to influence commercial strategy and project outcomes
- Clear progression within a growing international portfolio
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