Assistant Manager -Commercial (CDU4) - 20005424

Qiddiya Investment Company; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 48,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking a skilled commercial manager to support project management and oversee contract negotiations. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in relevant fields and at least 5 years of experience in commercial roles, preferably on large-scale projects. Knowledge of international contract forms and commercial software proficiency are essential. This role offers an opportunity to work on high-profile projects within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in commercial roles within large-scale infrastructure, entertainment, or real estate projects.
• Experience working on Saudi giga projects or with government-backed entities is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of FIDIC and other international contract forms.

Responsibilities

• Support the Commercial Manager and wider commercial team in managing all project commercial matters.
• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and agreements.
• Monitor contractor and consultant performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Track project budgets and forecasts to support financial control.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Proficiency in commercial software

Fluency in English

Arabic language skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, Commercial Management, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

Aconex

Oracle Primavera

SAP

Excel

Job description

Role Reports to: Commercial Manager

The Role Requirements

Responsibilities

• Support the Commercial Manager and wider commercial team in managing all project commercial matters
• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, subcontracts, and consultant agreements in line with QIC standards
• Monitor contractor and consultant performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations
• Track project budgets, forecasts, and cost reports to support financial control and reporting
• Contribute to procurement strategies that align with Qiddiya’s vision and delivery timelines
• Assist in processing and submitting interim and final payment applications for payment
• Coordinate with project controls, finance, and delivery teams to ensure accurate cost tracking and cash flow forecasting
• Maintain commercial registers including bonds, insurances, variations, claims, and change orders
• Visit the construction site(s) regularly to check project progress and liaise with contractors to determine their requirements – highlight any concerns or risks
• Support cost optimization initiatives in conjunction with the contractors
• Support resolution of commercial disputes and claims in collaboration with legal and technical teams
• Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of commercial documentation
• Assist with the preparation of commercial reports and presentations for review by QIC senior leadership
• Ensure compliance with Qiddiya’s governance, audit, and reporting frameworks
• Participate in risk identification and mitigation related to commercial and contractual matters
• Support benchmarking, market analysis, and value engineering initiatives to optimize project value

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, Commercial Management, Construction Management, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in commercial roles within large-scale infrastructure, entertainment, or real estate projects
• Experience working on Saudi giga projects or with government-backed entities is highly desirable
• Knowledge of FIDIC and other international contract forms
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency in commercial software tools (e.
  g., Aconex, Oracle Primavera, SAP, Excel)
• Fluent in English; Arabic language skills are a plus
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-profile environment with complex stakeholder dynamics