Commercial Director

Commercial Director 28 Days Old Location: Sines, Portugal (On‑site 5x per week) This is an exceptional opportunity for a Commercial Director to join the leadership team delivering Europe’s biggest data centre scheme in Sines, Portugal. This role is fully site‑based, 5 days per week (no rotation). This is a flagship, technically complex programme of work that demands world‑class commercial oversight and strategic guidance. The Role You’ll lead all commercial, cost and procurement functions for this flagship project – ensuring financial control, contractual compliance and value delivery across the full lifecycle. Working closely with project directors, clients and contractors, you’ll play a critical role in keeping the programme on time, on budget and aligned with the highest standards. Key Responsibilities Lead commercial and cost management on a large‑scale data centre project Develop and implement commercial and procurement strategies Oversee budgeting, forecasting, benchmarking and financial reporting Manage tendering, contract negotiations and contract compliance Identify and mitigate commercial risks Build strong client and contractor relationships Lead and develop commercial teams Ensure accurate invoicing, payments and financial governance About You Strong commercial and cost management experience in data centre construction Skilled across both pre‑contract and post‑contract stages Excellent negotiation, communication and financial management ability Highly organised, adaptable and collaborative Proficient in MS Office Fluent English Comfortable being site‑based in Sines, 5 days a week Qualifications Professional membership (RICS, CIOB, CICES, CIPS) desirable Degree in Engineering, Architecture or Quantity Surveying What’s in it for you Relocation package included Clear career development pathways Global exposure Employee support programmes A culture built on trust, innovation and excellence #J-18808-Ljbffr