Contract Type: Permanent, Tempo pieno At Cumming Group , you will work on some of the world’s most exciting construction and development projects in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your success is measured by the impact you make. We are one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, consistently ranked in the ENR Top 10 . With over 70 offices globally , a diverse project portfolio, and continuous double-digit growth, we provide outstanding opportunities for ambitious professionals looking to develop their careers.

As an Assistant Commercial Manager in our Milan team, you will support the commercial management and cost consultancy delivery of complex, high-value data centre projects across Italy and Europe. Working alongside senior commercial and project leaders, you will be involved in all stages of the project lifecycle, from feasibility and procurement through to construction, commissioning and close-out. This role offers an excellent opportunity to further develop your commercial, contractual and client-facing skills within the rapidly expanding data centre sector while working on some of Europe’s most significant digital infrastructure developments.

Support the delivery of commercial and cost management services across multiple data centre projects. Support procurement activities, including tender preparation, tender analysis and recommendation reports. Assist in the administration of contracts, including NEC and JCT forms where applicable.

Review contractor applications, variations, change orders and commercial submissions. Prepare regular cost reports, forecasts, cashflow reports and financial updates for project stakeholders. Support project teams in monitoring commercial risk and identifying opportunities for cost optimisation.

Assist with value engineering exercises and life cycle cost analysis. Contribute to budget management, forecasting and financial control processes.



Participate in client, consultant and contractor meetings, providing commercial support and reporting.

Support the preparation of fee proposals, resource planning and project performance reporting. Maintain accurate project records and ensure compliance with internal governance procedures. Degree in Quantity Surveying, Cost Management, Construction, Engineering, or a related discipline.

Experience: 3-7 years’ experience in quantity surveying, cost consultancy, commercial management or a related discipline.

Professional Accreditation: MRICS, AssocRICS, or working towards chartered status preferred. Good understanding of construction procurement routes and contract administration principles. Familiarity with NEC, JCT or similar forms of contract.

Experience working on complex construction, infrastructure, industrial, MEP or mission-critical projects is advantageous. Understanding of commercial risk, change management and cost control processes. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other cost management tools. When you join our team, you become part of a business that invests in people, values diversity and celebrates innovation.

Hybrid working environment with flexibility and autonomy. Exposure to landmark projects across data centres, commercial, healthcare, education, residential and public sectors. Opportunity to work alongside industry-leading commercial and project management professionals.

Access to a global network of technical experts and sector specialists. Ongoing learning and development through internal and external training programmes. Support towards professional accreditation and chartership.

Frequent social, networking and team-building events. Competitive salary and benefits package. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) at Cumming Group A copy of this policy is available for review upon request.

📌 Assistant Commercial Manager - Milan (Milano)
🏢 Cumming Group UK u0026 Europe
📍 Milano