Senior Commercial Lead - Digital Infra & Cost Control

Mace Group; Abu Dhabi; Hybrid; AED 500,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Mace Group is delivering a major digital infrastructure programme in the region, bringing together design coordination, fast delivery and strict governance for a mission-critical environment. The role leads cost management, procurement and contract strategies, ensuring value for money on high-value projects.

You will manage large teams, develop strong client relationships, and drive continuous improvement while aligning with safety, integrity and delivery excellence.

Qualifications

• MRICS or equivalent membership.
• Degree in quantity surveying or cost management.
• Experience in bidding and business development.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen.
• Knowledge of value engineering, life cycle costing and contract law.
• Experience managing large, diverse teams and senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Directs preparation and formal execution of contract documents, including warranties, bonds, and licenses, ensuring compliance with contractual and approval requirements.
• Manages large teams of direct reports, driving behaviours, KPIs, and continuous improvement.
• Drives accurate valuation measurements to maintain cost control and robust financial reporting.
• Prepares and presents monthly post-contract cost reports to clients.
• Identifies and manages cost impacts from design changes, awards, construction, and client instructions.
• Oversees contractor and subcontractor claims related to delay and extra costs.
• Issues certificates for practical completion, defects, and final completion to enable final accounts.

Skills

MRICS/RICS

Leadership

Cost control

Value engineering

Bid / business development

Education

Quantity surveying degree

Job description

Mace Group is delivering a major digital infrastructure programme in the region, bringing together design coordination, fast delivery and strict governance for a mission-critical environment. The role leads cost management, procurement and contract strategies, ensuring value for money on high-value projects.

You will manage large teams, develop strong client relationships, and drive continuous improvement while aligning with safety, integrity and delivery excellence.