Metro Retail & Commercial Interface Lead

Snc-Lavalin; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Annual leave balance

Company gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus program

Annual flight contribution

Transportation & housing allowances

Employee Wellbeing Program

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in Saudi Arabia seeks an experienced Retail & Commercial Interface Manager to oversee all retail and commercial activities across the metro network, ensuring alignment with operations and passenger experience. You will manage agreements with retailers, advertisers, and partners, and coordinate with O&M contractors to deliver successful commercial initiatives.

The role requires a strong background in commercial management for large infrastructure projects, with a focus on revenue

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Commercial Management, Real Estate, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field.
• Master's degree or professional certification is desirable.
• Minimum 10+ years of experience in commercial management, retail operations, asset management, or concessions management, preferably within transportation, metro, rail, aviation, or large infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of commercial leasing, contract management, revenue generation models, and retail operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee retail and commercial interfaces with metro operations to align activities with operational requirements and passenger experience objectives.
• Identify, develop, and manage commercial opportunities across metro stations, depots, and assets to optimize revenue generation and asset utilization.
• Lead the management, administration, and monitoring of commercial agreements, leases, licenses, and contracts with retailers, advertisers, and commercial partners.
• Coordinate closely with Operations & Maintenance (O&M) contractors to ensure effective execution of retail, advertising, and commercial activities within the metro environment.
• Develop, implement, and maintain commercial management plans, policies, and procedures to support the project's commercial objectives.
• Monitor commercial performance, revenue streams, occupancy rates, and KPIs, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and business targets.
• Advise the client on commercial strategies, revenue optimization initiatives, contractual matters, commercial risks, and mitigation measures.
• Prepare and present regular reports on retail and commercial activities, including performance analysis, revenue forecasts, commercial issues, and strategic recommendations.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement with internal teams, operators, tenants, government authorities, and commercial partners to ensure successful delivery of commercial objectives.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, safety requirements, and contractual obligations related to retail and commercial operations within the metro network.
• Support the procurement and tendering processes for commercial concessions, retail spaces, and advertising opportunities.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Commercial Management

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate

Bachelor's degree in Marketing

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree or professional certification

Minimum 10+ years of experience in commercial management

Experience in retail operations

Experience in asset management

Experience in concessions management

Job description

AtkinsRéalis in Saudi Arabia seeks an experienced Retail & Commercial Interface Manager to oversee all retail and commercial activities across the metro network, ensuring alignment with operations and passenger experience. You will manage agreements with retailers, advertisers, and partners, and coordinate with O&M contractors to deliver successful commercial initiatives.

The role requires a strong background in commercial management for large infrastructure projects, with a focus on revenue