Contracts & Commercial Manager

Dubai Limited Investment LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 360,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Dubai Limited Investment LLC is seeking a highly experienced Contracts Commercial Manager to lead the full spectrum of contractual and commercial activities across our construction and facilities management portfolio. Reporting to the CEO, you will safeguard commercial interests and drive project profitability.

The role covers contract lifecycle management, tendering, claims, risk and stakeholder management, with a focus on FIDIC-based contracts and strong leadership of the QS team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, quantity surveying, or construction management.
• 12+ years in construction contracts, with at least 5 years in a managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts; NEC is a plus.
• Experience in facilities management or O&M contracts.
• Proven track record in claims management and commercial negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate, and renew commercial and legal contracts across construction and FM projects.
• Lead commercial strategy, payment terms, pricing, and bidding models; manage QS function.
• Oversee tendering, risk assessment, and contract amendments to secure favorable terms.
• Administer FIDIC-based contracts, including SLAs, KPIs, and payment mechanisms.
• Manage claims, disputes, and variation processes in coordination with Legal and project teams.
• Ensure risk/compliance reporting and governance alignment.
• Direct subcontract and supply chain commercial activities and back-to-back terms.
• Mentor and develop the contracts team and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Contract management

Communication

Stakeholder management

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or Construction Management

Master's degree or professional membership (RICS / CIOB) strongly preferred

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Contracts Commercial Manager to lead the fullpotential of contractual and commercial activities across our construction andFacilities Management portfolio Reporting directly to the CEO and senior leadership the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in safeguarding the company scommercial interests optimizing contract performance and driving sustainable projectprofitability

Key Responsibilities

Contract Lifecycle Management

Draft review negotiate execute and renew commercial and legal contractsacross construction and Facilities Management operations

QS Commercial Strategy

Develop commercial strategies negotiate payment terms support pricing andbidding models and drive business growth and cost efficiency Lead the Quantity Surveying function and manage the team effectively

Tendering Negotiation

Review tender documentation conditions of contract and subcontract terms identify contractual risks and onerous provisions and recommend appropriateamendments Lead commercial negotiations with clients consultants subcontractors andsuppliers through to successful contract award and execution

Contract Administration

Administer FIDIC-based construction contracts and Facilities Managementagreements including SLAs KPIs payment mechanisms and performanceregimes Oversee valuations payment applications cash flow management variationsand final accounts to protect and maximise contract margins

Claims Dispute Resolution

Administer contract changes variations claims and dispute settlements inclose coordination with Legal and project teams Prepare substantiate and defend Extension of Time loss and expense andvariation claims manage disputes through negotiation mediation or formalresolution processes

Risk Compliance Management

Identify commercial and legal risks liability indemnities warranties ensureregulatory compliance and align all activities with company governance Maintain comprehensive contract risk registers and provide clear commercialreporting to senior management

Subcontractors Supply Chain

Direct the preparation of subcontract and supply packages tender evaluations awards and the enforcement of back-to-back contractual terms

Stakeholder Management

Act as the primary commercial point of contact for cross-functional teamsincluding Legal Operations Finance and Supply Chain Lead mentor and develop the contracts team while building contractualcapability across project and FM delivery teams

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or ConstructionManagement; Master's degree or professional membership (RICS / CIOB)strongly preferredMinimum 12 years' progressive experience in construction contracts, of which atleast 5 years must be at managerial levelIn-depth knowledge of FIDIC forms of contract (NEC experience will be anadvantage)Demonstrable experience in Facilities Management or Operation & MaintenancecontractsProven track record in claims management, commercial negotiation and clearcost perspectiveExceptional communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills