Commercial Manager

Client of Redfish Solutions; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent salary and package

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Client of Redfish Solutions is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to lead the commercial delivery of prestigious projects in Dubai, UAE. This role involves managing commercial teams, providing strategic guidance, and ensuring successful project delivery.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field, 15+ years of experience in commercial management within construction consultancy, and strong leadership capabilities. The position promises an excellent salary and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years' commercial management experience within construction consultancy.
• Strong experience delivering major building and infrastructure projects.
• Extensive knowledge of FIDIC contracts and procurement strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the commercial function across multiple construction projects.
• Oversee cost planning, budgeting, and contract administration.
• Manage pre- and post-contract commercial activities.
• Provide commercial advice to clients throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead negotiations with contractors and suppliers.
• Mentor junior commercial staff and promote best practices.

Skills

Commercial management

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Cost planning and budgeting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Civil Engineering, or related discipline

MRICS qualification

Job description

We are currently seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join a leading international construction consultancy based in Dubai.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute professional to lead the commercial delivery of prestigious building and infrastructure projects across the UAE.

The successful candidate will play a key leadership role, managing commercial teams, providing strategic commercial guidance and ensuring successful project delivery from procurement through to final account.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the commercial function across multiple high-value construction projects.
• Oversee cost planning, budgeting, forecasting, procurement and contract administration.
• Manage pre- and post-contract commercial activities, ensuring projects are delivered within budget and in accordance with contractual obligations.
• Provide commercial advice to clients and senior stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead negotiations with contractors, consultants and suppliers.
• Manage variations, claims, risk and dispute avoidance.
• Review and administer construction contracts with particular emphasis on FIDIC.
• Produce commercial reports and financial forecasts for senior management.
• Mentor and develop junior commercial staff while promoting best practice across the business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• MRICS qualification preferred.
• Minimum 15 years' commercial management experience within construction consultancy.
• Strong experience delivering major building, mixed-use, hospitality, infrastructure, or masterplan developments.
• Proven leadership experience managing commercial teams on multiple concurrent projects.
• Extensive knowledge of FIDIC contracts and procurement strategies.
• Strong commercial acumen with excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working within the UAE or wider GCC market is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with clients and senior stakeholders.

Benefits

In return you will receive an excellent salary and package with genuine opportunity for career growth and development.