Job Description

About Our Client

Our client is a highly regarded international contractor operating across Europe, delivering complex construction and engineering-led projects for major global clients. The business has established a strong reputation for commercial rigour, disciplined delivery, and the successful execution of large, technically demanding programmes.

They are active across multiple high-value sectors, working on mission-critical assets that require robust governance, advanced commercial controls, and experienced leadership. Their European operations continue to grow, supported by strong financial backing, a secure order book, and a long-term strategic vision.

As an employer, the business offers a mature operating environment with clear reporting structures, strong governance, and direct engagement with senior leadership. This is an organisation where experienced professionals are trusted with real responsibility and are given the autonomy to influence outcomes at scale.

What They Are Looking For

Our client is seeking an experienced Commercial Lead to take ownership of commercial performance on a major European programme based in Vienna. The role sits at senior project leadership level and reports directly to regional or country-level commercial leadership.

This position has been created in response to significant project awards and continued expansion within the European market. The successful candidate will lead all commercial aspects of delivery, shaping strategy, managing risk, and ensuring strong commercial governance across complex project environments.

This role will suit a confident senior commercial professional who is comfortable operating at both strategic and delivery levels, balancing board-level reporting with hands-on leadership of commercial teams.

Why This Role Is Unique (Impact & Influence)

This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior leadership role on a major international project, with full ownership of commercial outcomes. The position offers exposure to large-scale, technically complex work and provides a clear pathway toward regional or European commercial leadership roles.

Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for commercial strategy and performance on the project

• Leading cost management, forecasting, and financial reporting

• Managing risk, opportunity, and commercial governance frameworks

• Oversight of procurement strategy and major subcontractor negotiations

• Contract administration and management of change control processes

• Leadership, mentoring, and development of commercial teams

• Managing client relationships and senior stakeholder engagement

• Ensuring compliance with internal commercial controls and reporting standards

• Supporting project leadership with strategic commercial advice

Criteria for the Role

• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline

• Significant experience in senior commercial roles on large or complex projects

• Strong background in contractor-led environments

• Proven ability to lead commercial teams and manage high-value packages

• Excellent contractual and commercial acumen

• Confident communicator at senior stakeholder and board level

• Willingness to be based in Vienna on a long-term basis

What’s On Offer

The role offers a base salary of up to £120,000, depending on experience, alongside a competitive international package.

This position provides long-term career progression within a growing European operation, exposure to landmark projects, and the opportunity to operate at the highest level of commercial leadership within the business.

How To Apply

To apply for this role, please send an up-to-date CV via the Apply Now button.
For a confidential discussion, you can also contact Patrick McGrath on +353 1270 9454 / +44 7535 290168 or email patrick@gedonexecutive.com