Commercial Manager, Dubai (Contractor)

Design Build Search; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading main contractor in the UAE seeks an experienced Commercial Manager to oversee landmark developments in Dubai. The role requires extensive experience in managing large-scale projects and FIDIC contracts, ensuring effective cost management and team leadership.

Qualifications

• 15+ years experience in UAE with a main contractor.
• Extensive experience with FIDIC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the commercial team and support the Commercial Director.
• Negotiate contracts with clients and employers.
• Prepare long-term cash forecasts for complex projects.

Skills

Project Management

Negotiation

Cost Analysis

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Design Build Search is working closely with one of the UAE's leading main contractors. Due to phenomenal growth and a strong pipeline of work, they have opportunities for 2 Commercial Managers. The successful applicants will be based in Dubai, working on landmark developments in the Gulf. To be considered for this position, you must have 15+ years of experience working in the UAE with a main contractor managing the full project lifecycle.

Position:

Commercial Manager

Experience:

• 15+ years of experience in UAE
• 15+ years with a main contractor managing the full lifecycle
• 10+ years working on projects valued in excess of 200 million AED

Minimum Qualifications:

• Degree qualification in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• 20+ years of post-college experience
• Extensive experience in large-scale projects
• Extensive experience with FIDIC contracts

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the commercial team and support the Commercial Director in delivering key responsibilities, including training and development
• Supervise the preparation of cost plans for complex projects using various cost planning techniques and software, managing data compilation and analysis
• Prepare long-term cash forecasts for complex projects, monitor results, interpret deviations, and implement strategies to optimize cash flow
• Negotiate contracts with clients and employers, identifying unacceptable terms and conditions
• Monitor costs from vendors and subcontractors, analyze variances, and manage issues related to costs and recoveries
• Report on actual costs and compare with estimates to assist in planning and scheduling
• Prepare cost and expenditure statements and other documentation throughout the project lifecycle
• Assess the cost-effectiveness of products, projects, or services, tracking costs relative to bids as projects develop
• Establish and maintain cost monitoring and reporting systems and procedures
• Conduct studies to develop standard hours and related cost data for cost reduction initiatives