Head of Commercial and Project Control - Philippines

ACCIONA; Madrid; A distancia; EUR 59.000 - 99.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading global infrastructure company is seeking a Head of Commercial and Project Control to lead the commercial aspects of major infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have 12–15 years of experience in large projects, strong skills in cost control and contract management, and a background in civil engineering. This role requires excellent communication and negotiation skills, and is based in a remote location with full-time deployment under rotation or expatriation. An inclusive environment welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.

Formación

• Minimum 12–15 years of experience in large infrastructure projects.
• Proven track record in managing contractual relations with clients (preferably FIDIC-based).
• Experience managing subcontractors from a contractual and financial standpoint.
• Strong cost control, forecasting, and financial analysis skills.
• Experience managing subcontractors contractually and financially.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• MS Excel proficiency; ERP knowledge is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Lead all commercial aspects of the project.
• Maintain and monitor the project’s internal margin.
• Ensure accurate and periodic cost control reports.
• Coordinate the preparation and submission of claims, variations, and commercial justifications with clients and subcontractors.
• Review and negotiate subcontractor contracts and manage their commercial performance, variations, and disputes.
• Ensure alignment of project controls, finance, planning, and technical departments for governance.
• Contribute to project risk management and financial mitigation.

Conocimientos

Civil Engineer (or similar technical background)

Cost control

Financial performance analysis

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Documentation skills

MS Excel proficiency

Knowledge of ERP systems

Educación

Civil Engineering degree

Herramientas

Cost control tools

ERP systems

Descripción del empleo

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

Acciona in its Construction Business Line is looking for a Head of Commercial and Project Control based in The Philippines.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all commercial aspects of the project, including contract administration with the client and JV partners.
• Maintain and monitor the project’s internal margin: forecasted sales vs. forecasted cost, tracking real-time deviations.
• Ensure accurate and periodic cost control reports, cash flow projections, and margin evolution.
• Coordinate the preparation and submission of claims, variations (VOs), and commercial justifications, both upstream (client) and downstream (subcontractors).
• Review and negotiate subcontractor contracts and manage their commercial performance, variations, and disputes.
• Ensure alignment of project controls, finance, planning, and technical departments to provide robust commercial governance.
• Actively contribute to project risk management and mitigation planning from a financial and commercial standpoint.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Civil Engineer (or similar technical background) with a strong commercial/contractual skillset.
• Minimum 12–15 years of experience in large infrastructure projects, including on-site roles as Construction Manager or equivalent.
• Proven track record in managing contractual relations with clients (preferably FIDIC-based), including claims and change management.
• Strong skills in cost control, forecasting, and financial performance analysis.
• Experience managing subcontractors from a contractual and financial standpoint.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and documentation skills.
• Strong command of MS Excel and cost control tools; knowledge of ERP systems is an asset.
• Prior experience in international joint ventures or multicultural environments is highly desirable.
• Availability for full-time deployment in a remote location under rotation or expatriation.

As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.