Role Summary
This position is central to ensuring that Principal Delivery - design & build projects are delivered profitably, compliantly, and on schedule, with a strong focus on contract management, cost control, and supplier coordination.
Work Environment
Commercial Managers in Principal Delivery - design & build roles work closely with Project Directors, site teams, clients, and consultants, often on multiple projects simultaneously. The role is both strategic and operational, requiring a balance of commercial acumen, contractual expertise, and leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Project financial management: Lead budgeting, cost control, and cash flow monitoring for Principal Delivery - design & build projects, ensuring profitability and compliance with commercial strategy.
- Pre‑and post‑contract management: Prepare and review tenders, negotiate contracts, manage claims, variation orders, and contractual disputes.
- Procurement & supply chain: Source and manage suppliers, subcontractors, and consultants in line with procurement schedules and best practice.
- Contract administration: Oversee main and subcontract agreements, ensure compliance with local regulations, and manage contractual obligations.
- Change & variation management: Value and manage variations, RFPs, and change orders within contract timelines.
- Commercial reporting: Prepare monthly progress claims, payment certifications, and financial reports for senior management.
- Risk management: Identify, assess, and mitigate contractual and commercial risks.
- Team leadership: Lead cost management teams, liaise with project managers, clients, and consultants.
Qualifications
- Strong knowledge of contract forms and types and cost management.
- Proven experience in Principal Delivery - design & build, fit‑out construction commercial management, ideally in Hong Kong’s building sector.
- Leadership and negotiation skills, with the ability to manage multi‑disciplinary teams.
- Proficiency in ERP systems, Microsoft Office, and financial analysis tools.
- Understanding of procurement processes, claims handling, and value engineering.
Typical Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering or related field.
- Professional credentials such as MCIOB or MRICS are preferred.
- 10 years’ relevant experience in construction industry in Hong Kong.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.