Commercial Director (Real Estate)

Jobskey Consultancy; Neom; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking a Commercial Director in NEOM, Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience managing large-scale projects and possess strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills. Responsibilities include leading all commercial aspects, overseeing contract compliance, and providing strategic advice to senior management.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience with main contractors on large-scale projects.
• Proven track record in managing complex commercial and contractual matters.
• Extensive experience in claims preparation, change management, and extensions of time processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all commercial aspects of large-scale construction projects.
• Oversee upstream contract administration, ensuring compliance with contractual terms.
• Manage and secure contractual entitlements including change management and claims.

Skills

Client-facing skills

Contract management

Stakeholder management

Commercial advice

Delay analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field

Job description

Commercial Director with a proven track record in managing large-scale projects for leading main contractors. The ideal candidate will possess strong client-facing skills, exceptional contractual and commercial and the ability to manage multiple interfaces across stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all commercial aspects of large-scale construction projects.
• Oversee upstream contract administration, ensuring compliance with contractual terms.
• Manage and secure contractual entitlements, including change management, claims, and extensions of time (EOT) preparation, negotiation, and agreement.
• Prepare and review contractual letters and correspondences with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Liaise effectively with multiple stakeholders including Employers, Consultants, and JV partners to resolve contractual matters.
• Conduct detailed delay analysis and provide expert guidance on time-related claims.
• Provide strategic commercial advice to senior management and contribute to project decision-making.
• Monitor project budgets, risks, and commercial performance to ensure optimal outcomes.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience, with significant experience working for main contractors on large-scale projects.
• Proven track record in managing complex commercial and contractual matters.
• Extensive experience in claims preparation, change management, and EOT processes.
• Excellent client-facing and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong written communication skills, particularly in contractual correspondence.
• In-depth understanding of delay analysis techniques.
• Work Location: NEOM, Saudi Arabia