Senior Commercial Manager

Cushman & Wakefield; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A global property services firm is seeking a Senior Commercial Manager in Hong Kong. The role involves strategic leadership, overseeing project budgets, negotiating contracts, and leading the quantity surveying team. Candidates must have a degree in Quantity Surveying or Real Estate and at least 10 years of experience in managing projects. Strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills are essential, as well as a detail-oriented approach in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in managing medium to large projects.
• Ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.
• Detail-oriented with the capability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans for commercial management.
• Oversee project budgets and financial forecasts.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with clients and suppliers.
• Lead quantity surveying team in cost estimation and tender documents.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong negotiation skills

Project management skills

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying / Real Estate

Job description

Senior Commercial Manager

Job Description

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and implement strategic plans for commercial management and quantity surveying.

Commercial Management

• Oversee the preparation and management of project budgets and financial forecasts.
• Ensure accurate cost control and financial reporting for all projects.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with clients, contractors, and suppliers.
• Identify and mitigate commercial risks across projects.

Contract Management

• Oversee the preparation of contracts with final review and sign-off.
• Propose contracts to clients that meet their needs and mitigate their requirements.
• Understanding of local market and standard forms of contract used within the market, as well as internal forms for international clients/projects.

Quantity Surveying

• Lead the quantity surveying team in preparing cost estimates, bills of quantities, and tender documents.
• Ensure accurate measurement and valuation of construction work.
• Conduct cost analysis and value engineering to optimize project costs.
• Provide expert advice on contractual matters and dispute resolution.

Client and Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and industry partners.
• Present reports and updates to senior management and clients.

Team Development

• Mentor and develop commercial management and quantity surveying teams.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
• Ensure the team is up-to-date with industry standards and best practices.

Compliance and Quality Assurance

• Ensure all commercial and quantity surveying activities comply with relevant regulations and standards.
• Implement and maintain quality assurance processes.

Requirements

• Degree in Quantity Surveying / Real Estate with 10 years of experience in managing medium to large projects.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with vendors and stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.