Commercial Director - Data Centres (Nordics)

Arcadis; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consultancy is seeking an experienced Commercial Director to lead one of their largest data‑centre construction projects in the Nordics. This role involves significant client interaction, project management, and supervision of commercial teams. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and extensive experience in managing large complex projects. This full‑time position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the professional services sector.

Qualifications

• Extensive previous experience in a similar role.
• In-depth technical knowledge of construction processes.
• Experience collaborating with external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Managing large projects or complex work streams.
• Act as the primary client contact for cost and commercial reporting.
• Supervise teams of Cost and Commercial Specialists.

Skills

Project Management

Client Relationship Management

Cost and Commercial Management

Construction Processes Knowledge

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or Construction Management

Relevant professional certification (e.g., RICS, AACE)

Job description

Commercial Director – Data Centres (Nordics)

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are a global team of over 36,000 people in more than 70 countries dedicated to improving quality of life and solving complex challenges together.

Role Overview

Play a key role delivering tech‑sector mega‑projects. We are looking for an experienced Commercial Director to lead the delivery of one of our largest data‑centre construction projects in the Nordics. The successful candidate will be based either 100% in country or will travel significantly (approximately 50/50) between Norway and Finland.

Responsibilities

• Managing large projects or complex work streams, delivering defined outputs that meet or exceed client expectations.
• Line‑management responsibility for the development and performance management of other team members to support Arcadis’ business growth.
• May supervise teams of Cost and Commercial Specialists on multiple projects.
• Act as the primary client contact for all cost and commercial reporting and quality assurance.
• Review team work outputs before submission to client and external groups.
• Maintain a demonstrable understanding of the client’s key objectives.
• Assure compliance with contracts in terms of project delivery parameters and scope of service.
• Use own knowledge and experience of industry best practice to support the development of current cost and commercial management systems and processes.
• Work to continually improve services and drive innovation.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction Management).
• Relevant professional certification (e.g., RICS, AACE or similar).
• Extensive previous experience in a similar role.
• In‑depth technical knowledge, including construction processes and cost & commercial management.
• Experience leading smaller projects and supporting larger, more complex projects.
• Experience delivering analysis and insights.
• Experience working closely with external stakeholders to build client relationships.
• Experience managing business relationships and supporting mid‑management level activities.

Why Arcadis?

We empower everyone to be their best. We pioneer a skills‑based approach, allowing you to harness your unique experience and expertise to build a meaningful career path and maximize the impact we can make together. You’ll do meaningful work, helping deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice, providing a great place to work for all our people. Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of how we improve quality of life. We work closely with our people across six ED&I Workstreams: Age, Disability, Faith, Gender, LGBT+ and Race.

Seniority Level

Director

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Other

Industry

Professional Services