Commercial Manager

Reportage Real Estate; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UAE is seeking a Commercial Manager to oversee the financial and contractual functions of their Development Department. The role involves managing budgets, contracts, and strategic engagement with stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of property development projects. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in commercial management and a strong knowledge of the UAE real estate market.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in commercial management in the real estate sector.
• Proven expertise in procurement, claims management, and construction contracts.
• Strong knowledge of real estate development cycles and UAE regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead project budgeting, cost plans, and financial forecasting.
• Manage tendering, procurement, and contract negotiations.
• Develop commercial reports and maintain compliance with local regulations.

Skills

Contract administration

Cost control

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction or related field

Master’s degree or RICS/MRICS qualification

Tools

Excel

CostX

ERP systems

Job description

Bachelor of Technology/Engineering(construction)

Nationality

Male

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

The Commercial Manager is to lead and oversee the commercial and contractual functions of the Development Department. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in managing the financial and legal aspects of property development projects, ensuring that procurement, budgeting, and risk mitigation practices align with organizational goals and market standards. This role reports directly to the Chief Development Officer and collaborates closely with internal departments, consultants, and contractors to deliver commercially viable developments.

Key Responsibilities:

Budgeting & Financial Planning

• Lead the preparation and management of project budgets, cost plans, and feasibility studies across all development phases.
• Monitor financial performance and cash flow forecasting for development projects, identifying potential risks and cost-saving opportunities.
• Manage tendering, procurement, and contract negotiation processes in coordination with legal and technical teams.
• Establish relationships with contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Ensure robust cost control and value engineering are applied from pre-concept to project completion.
• Oversee BOQ (Bill of Quantities) development and review.

Contract & Claims Management

• Oversee the preparation and evaluation of claims, variations, and contractual correspondence with consultants and contractors.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, contractual obligations, and internal governance frameworks.
• Develop and maintain commercial reports, dashboards, and risk registers for executive-level review.

Strategic & Stakeholder Engagement

• Support the Chief Development Officer (CDO) in strategic commercial decisions, financial appraisals, and investor-related reporting.
• Interface with banks, auditors, and investment partners as needed to provide financial or contractual documentation.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, Construction Economics, Engineering, or a related discipline. Master’s degree or RICS/ MRICS qualification is an advantage.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in commercial management, ideally within the real estate or property development sector in the GCC.
• Proven expertise in contract administration (FIDIC or equivalent), cost control, procurement, and claims management.
• Strong knowledge of real estate development cycles, construction contracts, and regulatory frameworks in the UAE.
• High proficiency in commercial and financial software tools (e.g., Excel, CostX, ERP systems).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and commercial acumen.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple large-scale projects simultaneously.

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience working with mixed-use, residential, hospitality, and commercial real estate projects.
• Familiarity with government approvals, tendering portals, and real estate financing structures.
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic is an advantage.

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Building legacies in UAE and beyond since 2014Reportage Properties is one of the largest private developers in the United Arab Emirates, with projects in UAE, Egypt, Turkey, Morocco, KSA, Uganda, Azerbaijan, Pakistan and upcoming international projects.We are focused and consistent in our objective to provide innovative, modern housing solutions that not only offer our investors an outstanding value but also provide the home buyers a safe place to live in.

Reportage Real Estate

Building legacies in UAE and beyond since 2014Reportage Properties is one of the largest private developers in the United Arab Emirates, with projects in UAE, Egypt, Turkey, Morocco, KSA, Uganda, Azerbaijan, Pakistan and upcoming international projects.We are focused and consistent in our objective to provide innovative, modern housing solutions that not only offer our investors an outstanding value but also provide the home buyers a safe place to live in.

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