Senior Commercial Manager - Data Centres - Expression of Interest

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Project Commercial Lead to lead and oversee the commercial function of a high-value project exceeding £300ranging from £100 to £200 million within our commercial office / mixed use data centre MEP sector in Slough.

Please note this is an advert for our job vacancy, and therefore may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the role described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of Skanska. For a full role profile, please contact us: recruitment@skanska.co.uk

As a key member of a Project Leadership Team, you will be responsible for leading preconstruction commercial strategy and governance, managing project finances, contractual obligations and commercial performance, ensuring alignment with internal policies and customer/stakeholder expectations.

• Involvement in PQQs and bid strategies.
• The Commercial Lead in Skanska's tendering governance plays a crucial role in the ORA (Operational Risk Assessment) processes by providing a comprehensive service to address contractual and commercial issues of the project.
• Specifically, in relation to the ORA which is an essential part of the Skanska Tender Approval Procedure (STAP), the Commercial Lead contributes to identifying and managing risks and opportunities in construction projects.
• Risk identification, mitigation planning, and acceptance criteria.

Friday, October 16, 2026

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Skanska, one of the world's leading project development and construction groups, is an inclusive and responsible business that is helping to build a better society.

• Experience working on large projects £100m+ as the Commercial Lead or similar leadership position.
• Experience in JCT / NEC / FIDIC forms of contract or equivalent.
• Detailed working knowledge of contract/commercial law
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders.
• Significant customer facing experience
• Experience of large and complex claims
• MRICS qualified highly desirable/degree educated in a relevant subject.

We welcome you to ask about flexibility at interview stage and we will explore what is possible for the role.

We would like you to perform at your best at every stage of our recruitment process. Please contact us using recruitment@skanska.co.uk or call 0330 105 2000 - Option 5 & 1, if you require any adjustments that would support you throughout your application.

The closing date for this vacancy may be subject to change any time at the sole discretion of the business.

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