Commercial Director

micro1; Dammam; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Oil & Gas company in Dammam is seeking a Commercial Director to drive commercial strategy, oversee contracts and lead teams in the EPC sector. The ideal candidate will have 15–25 years of experience in commercial management roles and a proven track record in contract negotiation and business development. Join us to shape commercial success in landmark projects across Saudi Arabia.

Qualifications

• 15-25 years of experience in commercial management roles within Tier-1 EPC companies.
• Demonstrated success in leading high-performing teams in the Oil & Gas industry.
• Extensive experience with contracts, claims, and pricing activities on major projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial function for Oil & Gas projects.
• Build and mentor multidisciplinary teams.
• Oversee contract development and negotiation.

Skills

Commercial management

Team leadership

Contract negotiation

Business development

Fluency in English

Fluency in Arabic

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Commercial Director. Job Type: Full-time. Location: On-site, Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. We are seeking an accomplished Commercial Director to join our team in Dammam, KSA. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for driving commercial strategy, overseeing contracts and claims, and leading business growth within the Oil & Gas/EPC sector. If you excel at building and guiding high-performance teams, are passionate about written and verbal communication, and thrive on delivering tangible results in complex projects, we want to meet you.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the commercial function, including contracts, claims, tendering, and pricing strategies for major Oil & Gas/EPC projects in KSA.
• Build, mentor, and manage multidisciplinary teams, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee all aspects of contract development, negotiation, administration, and dispute resolution, ensuring compliance with industry standards and client requirements.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, establishing strong client relationships with key stakeholders such as Aramco, NEOM, SABIC, SEC, and Ma’aden.
• Drive commercial risk assessment, mitigation strategies, and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
• Prepare, review, and approve bids, proposals, and claims to maximize win rates and profitability.
• Collaborate closely with executive leadership to shape and execute long-term business strategy in the region.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• 15–25 years of progressive experience in commercial management roles within Tier-1 EPC companies.
• Demonstrated success in leading, building, and retaining high-performing teams in the Oil & Gas/EPC industry.
• Extensive hands-on experience managing contracts, claims, tendering, and pricing activities on major KSA projects including Aramco, NEOM, SABIC, SEC, and Ma’aden.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively—both written and verbal—with diverse stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Track record of working at two or more major employers, ideally Tier-1 EPCs.
• Fluency in English; Arabic language proficiency is a distinct advantage.

Preferred Qualifications

• P&L ownership and experience driving organizational growth within KSA.
• Expertise in building teams and commercial organizations from the ground up in the region.
• Background in both project delivery and strategic business development.

Join our team and play a key role in shaping commercial success across landmark projects in Saudi Arabia’s dynamic Oil & Gas/EPC sector.