Senior Commercial Manager

Atkins Realis Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Atkins Realis Group seeks a Senior Commercial Manager to lead post-contract commercial management for residential villa and mid-rise projects in the UAE. You will oversee contracts, cost reporting, cash flow, and change control to deliver on time and within budget.

Responsibilities include managing client interfaces, leading commercial teams, administering FIDIC-based processes, and advising on risk, variations, and settlements across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management required.
• Minimum 15 years' UAE/GCC project experience in residential/villa and mid-rise developments.
• MRICS and strong post-contract expertise preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage post-contract commercial activities across multiple projects.
• Provide strategic commercial direction and oversight to project teams.
• Administer cost reporting, cash flow, variations, and final accounts.
• Identify commercial risks, prepare reports, and support settlements.

Skills

Cost reporting

Cash flow forecasting

FIDIC Red Book

Contract administration

Negotiation

Leadership

Team management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management

MRICS

Tools

MS Office

Project management software

Job description

Job Description Overview

We are seeking a Senior Commercial Manager to lead the post-contract commercial management of multiple residential villa and mid-rise projects in the UAE

The role requires expertise in FIDIC Red Book cost reporting cash flow management variations change control determinations and contractual advisory services

The successful candidate will lead commercial teams provide strategic client-facing support and drive effective commercial and contractual outcomes across a portfolio of projects

Your role

Lead and manage the commercial function across multiple concurrent projects Provide strategic commercial direction and oversight to project commercial teams Mentor and develop Quantity Surveyors Commercial Managers and project commercial staff Ensure consistency and compliance with company commercial procedures and project governance requirements Administer all post-contract commercial activities from contract award through final account settlement Manage the valuation of completed works and certification processes Oversee payment applications assessments interim valuations and final accounts Ensure timely identification and mitigation of commercial risks and opportunities Prepare and present monthly cost reports to clients and senior stakeholders Monitor project budgets commitments forecasts and expenditure Develop and manage project cash flow forecasts and financial performance reviews Conduct detailed cost analysis and benchmarking to support commercial decision-making Provide commercial insights and recommendations to optimize project outcomes Lead the management and assessment of variations claims and change events Evaluate contractor submissions and negotiate equitable commercial settlements Ensure all change management procedures are administered in accordance with contractual requirements Maintain detailed records and controls relating to variations and compensation events Act as the commercial lead in administering contracts under FIDIC Red Book conditions Provide expert interpretation and application of contractual provisions Manage notices claims assessment entitlement reviews and contractual correspondence Support dispute avoidance and resolution through proactive contract management Administer and manage determination processes in accordance with contract provisions Prepare contractual evaluations and recommendations related to entitlement and commercial disputes Draft and review client contractual position papers commercial opinions and executive reports Advise clients on contractual strategy risk allocation and commercial implications of project decisions Serve as the primary commercial interface with clients contractors consultants and project stakeholders Lead commercial meetings and presentations to senior client representatives Build and maintain strong client relationships to enhance service delivery and client satisfaction Present complex commercial and contractual matters confidently to executive-level audiences Lead commercial negotiations with contractors and consultants Assess claims relating to extensions of time disruption prolongation and additional costs Develop negotiation strategies to achieve commercially favorable outcomes for the client Support formal dispute resolution processes when required Manage and administer contracts Review negotiate and finalize contract terms with clients consultants and contractors Ensure compliance with legal regulatory and contractual obligations Monitor project budgets costs and financial performance Prepare and review claims variations and change orders Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies Provide commercial advice and support to project teams Maintain accurate records of contracts payments and correspondence Collaborate with engineers project managers and stakeholders to resolve disputes Prepare reports on commercial performance and contractual issues for senior management Ensure timely invoicing payment collection and financial reporting

About you

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying Commercial Management Construction Management or equivalent MRICS Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors is mandatory Minimum 15 years experience in Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management Extensive UAE and or GCC project experience Strong background in residential villa mixed-use and mid-rise developments Proven experience leading commercial teams across multiple projects simultaneously Demonstrable post-contract expertise within consultancy PMC or client organizations Advanced knowledge of FIDIC Red Book contracts Expert understanding of post-contract commercial management Cost reporting and financial management Cash flow forecasting and analysis Variations and change management Final account negotiations and settlement Claims management and entitlement assessment Contract administration and determination processes Commercial risk management Cost analytics and benchmarking Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying Commercial Management Construction Management or equivalent MRICS (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) is mandatory Minimum 15+ years' experience in Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management Extensive UAE and/or GCC project experience Strong background in residential villa, mixed-use, and mid-rise developments Proven experience leading commercial teams across multiple projects simultaneously Demonstrable post-contract expertise within consultancy, PMC, or client organizations Advanced knowledge of FIDIC Red Book contracts Expert understanding of post-contract commercial management Cost reporting and financial management Cash flow forecasting and analysis Variations and change management Final account negotiations and settlement Claims management and entitlement assessment Contract administration and determination processes Commercial risk management Cost analytics and benchmarking Bachelor s/master s degree in civil engineering Construction Management Law or related field Proven experience in contract management and commercial roles within buildings projects Strong knowledge of FIDIC NEC or other standard forms of construction contracts Proficiency in contract administration claims management and dispute resolution Excellent negotiation and communication skills Strong financial acumen and cost-control expertise Ability to interpret legal documents and contractual obligations Effective leadership and team management skills High attention to detail and problem-solving abilities Proficiency in MS Office and project management software

Overview

Commercial Manager will oversee all contractual and commercial aspects of buildings projects This role involves managing contracts ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards handling claims and variations and supporting project teams to deliver projects on time and within budget