Chief Commercial & Administration

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee Contracts, Commercial, Procurement, Project Controls, and Tendering departments.
• Manage Department Heads and ensure alignment with corporate and project objectives.
• Drive commercial strategy across multiple high‑value construction projects.
• Ensure projects are delivered within budget, schedule, and quality requirements.
• Oversee contract management including claims, variations, and dispute resolution.
• Direct procurement and supply chain strategy for cost efficiency and compliance.
• Supervise project controls including planning, cost control, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Ensure strong tendering governance and commercial risk management.
• Manage key stakeholder relationships with clients, consultants, and authorities.
• Implement governance, reporting, and control systems across all functions.
• Resolve commercial risks, delays, and contractual issues.
• Drive operational efficiency and continuous improvement.

• 20+ years of experience in construction or large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Senior executive experience in commercial, contracts, procurement, and project controls.
• Strong background in high‑value project delivery (commercial/residential).
• Proven expertise in contracts, claims, dispute resolution, and negotiations.
• Experience in procurement and cost management strategies.
• Strong knowledge of project controls (planning, cost, budgeting, forecasting).
• Experience leading multiple departments and senior teams.
• Strong stakeholder management and client‑facing experience.
• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and decision‑making skills.