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Job Description:

Commercial Director (Infrastructure & Building)

Sharjah, UAE

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Commercial Director to join our team! In this role you will get to commercial and contracts Management in a PMC role.

What You'll Be Doing:

The Commercial Director on behalf of PMC plays a critical leadership role focused on the financial, contractual, and commercial success of the project. Following shall be the key duties and responsibilities of Commercial Director:

1. Contract Management

• Negotiate and oversee execution of key contracts for various package contractors and consultants

• Ensure all contractual obligations are met by the various parties.

• Manage variations, claims, and dispute resolution processes.

2. Cost Control & Budget Management

• Establish and manage project budgets and forecasts.

• Monitor project costs and implement cost-saving measures where needed.

• Approve payments and monitor cash flow to ensure financial health of the project.

• Follow a stringent process of cost management and reporting.

3. Tendering & Procurement

• Oversee tender strategy, bid submissions, and selection of contractors and consultants.

• Lead commercial negotiations with clients and vendors.

4. Risk Management

• Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial and contractual risks.

• Implement risk registers and ensure compliance with risk management protocols.

5. Financial Reporting

• Provide accurate and timely financial reports to senior management and stakeholders.

• Oversee preparation of valuations, final accounts, and other commercial documentation.

6. Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Lead the commercial team (quantity surveyors, procurement, contract managers).

• Liaise with clients, consultants and contractors.

• Act as the commercial and contractual point of contact for clients.

• Support the Project Director on all contractual and commercial matters and other technical and administrative matters.

7. Claims

• Handle contractual claims

• Provide contractual and commercial support during any litigation or arbitration, in close coordination with legal.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying, with at least 20 years of experience in a large international engineering and construction firm, is required.

• The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in infrastructure and buildings, with additional expertise in airport projects being an advantage.

• A Master's degree in Quantity Surveying and Professional Membership (MRICS) are highly preferred.

• A comprehensive understanding of industry business practices and contract negotiations is essential, along with the ability to perform effectively in a senior management role.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent interpersonal abilities, and proven leadership capabilities are also critical for this position.

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