Sr. Commercial Manager Construction & Infrastructure

Black & Grey HR; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A top-tier construction firm in the UAE seeks a Sr. Commercial Manager to oversee commercial operations across high-value infrastructure projects. The role requires deep experience with construction contracts, leadership skills, and strategic thinking. Candidates should have 10-15 years in commercial management within the industry, including a solid portfolio of mega-projects. They offer a competitive tax-free salary, performance-based bonuses, and additional benefits including housing and transport.

Benefits

Competitive tax-free salary package

Performance-based bonuses

Housing benefits

Transport allowance

Annual leave

Qualifications

• 10-15 years in commercial management roles within construction or infrastructure.
• Minimum 5 years in UAE or GCC with a strong portfolio of mega-projects (AED 300M+).
• Solid command of FIDIC and other regional contract forms.

Responsibilities

• Lead the review, negotiation, and administration of contracts.
• Manage EOT and cost claims with robust documentation.
• Produce project budgets, cash flows, and financial forecasts.
• Align commercial execution with overall project strategy.
• Identify and implement process improvements.
• Lead and develop a team of commercial support staff.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Claims management

Financial acumen

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Education

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

MRICS, PMP, or FIDIC certification

Tools

ERP systems

Cost management platforms

Commercial reporting software

Job description

Black & Grey HR is partnering with one of the UAE's top-tier construction and infrastructure companies to recruit a Sr. Commercial Manager. This is a critical leadership role responsible for overseeing the full spectrum of commercial operations across high-value infrastructure projects, ensuring profitability, contractual compliance, cost control, and risk mitigation from start to finish.

If you have deep experience in managing complex construction contracts (FIDIC-based), leading commercial teams, and driving strategic project outcomes, this role offers the opportunity to make a high-impact contribution within a well-established, growth-focused organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contract Management & Risk Control: Lead the review, negotiation, and administration of contracts, including main contracts, subcontracts, guarantees, and commercial terms. Ensure compliance with contractual obligations while identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Claims & Dispute Resolution: Manage EOT and cost claims, ensuring robust documentation and adherence to contractual timelines. Oversee the claims lifecycle, coordinate with legal teams, and represent the company in dispute resolution processes when needed.
• Procurement Oversight & Cost Control: Lead the procurement process for subcontractors, materials, and services in alignment with project budgets and timelines. Monitor and control costs through real-time cost tracking, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Project Financial Management: Produce project budgets, cash flows, financial forecasts, and sensitivity analyses. Provide clear reporting on cost performance, profitability, and financial risks to senior leadership.
• Commercial Strategy & Delivery Optimization: Align commercial execution with overall project strategy, design milestones, and risk frameworks. Drive weekly progress reviews focused on commercial health, resourcing, and delivery timelines.
• Process Improvement & Operational Excellence: Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce commercial risk. Introduce systems for better cost visibility, contract management, and reporting.
• Team Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement: Lead and develop a team of quantity surveyors, procurement specialists, and commercial support staff. Act as the commercial point of contact for internal teams, clients, consultants, and subcontractors.

Requirements

Candidate Profile:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or Construction Management.
• Certifications: MRICS, PMP, or FIDIC certification preferred.
• Experience: 10-15 years in commercial management roles within the construction or infrastructure industry.
• Minimum 5 years in the UAE or GCC, with a strong portfolio of delivered mega-projects (AED 300M+).
• Contract Knowledge: Solid command of FIDIC and other regional contract forms.
• Tools: Proficient in ERP, cost management platforms, and commercial reporting software.

What You'll Need to Succeed:

• Strong contract negotiation and claims expertise
• Strategic commercial thinking and financial acumen
• Hands-on leadership style with team development focus
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-value project environments

Benefits

What's on Offer:

• Competitive tax-free salary package
• Performance-based bonuses
• Benefits including housing, transport, and annual leave
• Opportunity to work with an industry leader on landmark UAE projects