Senior Commercial Manager

SupportFinity™; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 449,000 - 675,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking a Senior Commercial Manager in Riyadh. This pivotal role involves overseeing all post-contract management with a team of 20 individuals, ensuring successful delivery of projects within budget and on time. Candidates should possess at least 15 years of experience in similar roles and significant exposure to the Middle East market. Proficiency in MS Office and project management software, along with a relevant degree, is essential. Strong leadership and commercial awareness are key competencies for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in a similar role.
• Minimum 10 years of working experience in the Middle East.
• Sound knowledge of commercial aspects of major civil and infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the post-contract commercial team to meet programme objectives.
• Coordinate with the client to ensure timely commercial deliverables.
• Manage claims processes and produce cost reports.

Skills

Leadership

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Commercial awareness

Strong customer focus

Planning and organizing

HSE awareness

Education

BSc in Quantity Surveying or master’s degree

Tools

MS Office

Project management software

Job description

Project Description

The project is a major Built Environment mixed‑use development aimed at becoming a global landmark and authentic destination in Riyadh. It will be a self‑sustaining hub offering several iconic assets. KBR will provide project‑management consultancy services in project planning, controls, design, engineering management, and the implementation of the development and early works packages.

Position Title

Senior Commercial Manager

Location

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

The Role

Reporting to the Procurement, Cost and Commercial Director, the Senior Commercial Manager is responsible for all post‑contract management, overseeing a team of approximately 20 individuals to deliver accurate status reports that inform timely decisions, prevent schedule slippage and cost overruns, and produce close‑out reports for each project.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead the post‑contract commercial team to meet programme objectives by managing executed contracts and ensuring related services are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with project procedures.
• Coordinate with the client, PMC project managers, consultants and contractors to ensure timely production of all required post‑contract commercial deliverables by KBR, including: processing of payments;
• Management of variations and change;
• Reviews of claims and production of position reports;
• Production of commercial and cost reports;
• Management of all claims processes;
• Support the development and implementation of the client’s commercial strategy;
• Update commercial trackers for notices, claims, variations and early warnings.

Experience, Skills and Knowledge

• BSc in Quantity Surveying or master’s degree
• Minimum 15 years of experience in a similar role
• Minimum 10 years of working experience in the Middle East
• Sound knowledge of commercial aspects of major civil and infrastructure projects, including build‑asset environments
• Experience in managing direct reports with overall responsibility for teams of more than 20 people
• Experienced user of MS Office and understanding of project management softwareMembership of a recognised international professional body (e.g., MRICS)
• Experience in international contracting mechanisms, including FIDIC and NCE
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken

Core Competencies

• Leadership
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Commercial awareness
• Strong customer focus
• Planning and organizing
• Accepts responsibility
• HSE awareness