Senior Commercial Manager

Job Description Overview

We are seeking a Senior Commercial Manager to lead the post-contract commercial management of multiple residential villa and mid-rise projects in the UAE

The role requires expertise in FIDIC Red Book cost reporting cash flow management variations change control determinations and contractual advisory services

The successful candidate will lead commercial teams provide strategic client-facing support and drive effective commercial and contractual outcomes across a portfolio of projects

Lead and manage the commercial function across multiple concurrent projects Provide strategic commercial direction and oversight to project commercial teams Mentor and develop Quantity Surveyors Commercial Managers and project commercial staff Ensure consistency and compliance with company commercial procedures and project governance requirements Administer all post-contract commercial activities from contract award through final account settlement Manage the valuation of completed works and certification processes Oversee payment applications assessments interim valuations and final accounts Ensure timely identification and mitigation of commercial risks and opportunities Prepare and present monthly cost reports to clients and senior stakeholders Monitor project budgets commitments forecasts and expenditure Develop and manage project cash flow forecasts and financial performance reviews Conduct detailed cost analysis and benchmarking to support commercial decision-making Provide commercial insights and recommendations to optimize project outcomes Lead the management and assessment of variations claims and change events Evaluate contractor submissions and negotiate equitable commercial settlements Ensure all change management procedures are administered in accordance with contractual requirements Maintain detailed records and controls relating to variations and compensation events Act as the commercial lead in administering contracts under FIDIC Red Book conditions Provide expert interpretation and application of contractual provisions Manage notices claims assessment entitlement reviews and contractual correspondence Support dispute avoidance and resolution through proactive contract management Administer and manage determination processes in accordance with contract provisions Prepare contractual evaluations and recommendations related to entitlement and commercial disputes Draft and review client contractual position papers commercial opinions and executive reports Advise clients on contractual strategy risk allocation and commercial implications of project decisions Serve as the primary commercial interface with clients contractors consultants and project stakeholders Lead commercial meetings and presentations to senior client representatives Build and maintain strong client relationships to enhance service delivery and client satisfaction Present complex commercial and contractual matters confidently to executive-level audiences Lead commercial negotiations with contractors and consultants Assess claims relating to extensions of time disruption prolongation and additional costs Develop negotiation strategies to achieve commercially favorable outcomes for the client Support formal dispute resolution processes when required Manage and administer contracts Review negotiate and finalize contract terms with clients consultants and contractors Ensure compliance with legal regulatory and contractual obligations Monitor project budgets costs and financial performance Prepare and review claims variations and change orders Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies Provide commercial advice and support to project teams Maintain accurate records of contracts payments and correspondence Collaborate with engineers project managers and stakeholders to resolve disputes Prepare reports on commercial performance and contractual issues for senior management Ensure timely invoicing payment collection and financial reporting

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying Commercial Management Construction Management or equivalent MRICS Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors is mandatory Minimum 15 years experience in Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management Extensive UAE and or GCC project experience Strong background in residential villa mixed-use and mid-rise developments Proven experience leading commercial teams across multiple projects simultaneously Demonstrable post-contract expertise within consultancy PMC or client organizations Advanced knowledge of FIDIC Red Book contracts Expert understanding of post-contract commercial management Cost reporting and financial management Cash flow forecasting and analysis Variations and change management Final account negotiations and settlement Claims management and entitlement assessment Contract administration and determination processes Commercial risk management Cost analytics and benchmarking Bachelor's Degree in Quantity…