Commercial Director

confidential; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate development firm is seeking a Commercial Director to oversee all commercial functions for its projects in Dubai. The successful candidate will develop and execute strategies to maximize profitability, lead contract negotiations, and manage procurement processes. Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and extensive experience in commercial roles within the real estate sector.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in commercial leadership roles within real estate development or construction sectors.
• Expertise in contracts management, procurement, cost control, and financial analysis.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute commercial strategies to optimize revenue and profitability.
• Lead contract negotiations and manage all aspects of contracts administration.
• Oversee procurement processes, supplier selection, and vendor management.

Skills

Contracts management

Procurement

Cost control

Financial analysis

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

MBA or professional certification

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Director to lead and oversee all commercial activities for our real estate development projects. The ideal candidate will lead and manage all commercial functions to drive profitability and growth for our projects, ensuring effective contracts management, procurement, and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute commercial strategies to optimize revenue and profitability.
• Lead contract negotiations and manage all aspects of contracts administration to minimize risk and ensure compliance.
• Oversee procurement processes, supplier selection, and vendor management to ensure best value and timely delivery.
• Implement rigorous cost control measures and financial analysis to monitor project budgets and profitability.
• Collaborate with project teams to align commercial objectives with development timelines and project construction delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field; MBA or professional certification preferred.
• Proven experience in commercial leadership roles within real estate development or construction sectors.
• Expertise in contracts management, procurement, cost control, and financial analysis.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Financial acumen with a strong background in budgeting, forecasting, and profitability analysis.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple complex projects.