Commercial Manager

Commercial Manager (Pre-Contract) Job Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Pre-Contract Quantity Surveyor with 10-15 years of experience from a reputable cost consultancy background to join our Commercial team.

The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in budgeting, cost planning, estimation, BOQ preparation, and tendering for large-scale real estate development projects.

• Prepare project budgets, cost plans, and feasibility estimates during concept, schematic, and detailed design stages.
• Conduct detailed cost benchmarking, market pricing, and value engineering to support commercial decision-making.
• Work closely with design and development teams to ensure cost efficiency and budget alignment during design development.
• Develop Bills of Quantities (BOQ) and detailed cost estimates based on design drawings and specifications.
• Lead the tendering process, including RFQs, tender evaluations, and preparation of cost comparison reports for contractor and consultant appointments.
• Assist in developing procurement strategies and tender documentation.
• Support in cashflow projections, cost reporting, and preparation of internal commercial presentations.
• Maintain and update internal cost databases, market rates, and benchmark resources.
• Collaborate with external consultants, contractors, and internal teams for cost accuracy and commercial alignment.

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or related field.
• 10+ years of professional experience, preferably with a reputed cost consultancy working on real estate or mixed-use development projects.
• Strong hands-on experience in budgeting, estimation, cost planning, and tendering processes.
• Solid understanding of procurement methods, tender evaluation, and contract principles (FIDIC exposure preferred).
• Proficiency in MS Excel and cost management tools.
• Excellent analytical, numerical, and reporting skills with attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate with technical and commercial stakeholders.
• UAE/GCC experience in residential, mixed-use, or large-scale development projects.
• Experience working within a developer or reputable cost consultancy.