Sr Commercial Manager - Lead

NES Fircroft; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, seeks an experienced Senior Commercial Manager to lead commercial and contractual activities on a major mixed-use development project. You will oversee contract administration, cost control, variations, and claims while ensuring governance and compliance.

The role requires MRICS or CIOB, 15 years in engineering or QS, and Middle East experience. You will mentor the commercial team and coordinate with procurement, budgeting, and reporting functions to deliver

Qualifications

• 15 years with Bachelor's degree in engineering or quantity surveying.
• MRICS, CIOB, or equivalent with prior experience as Commercial Lead or Director.
• Previous experience as a Commercial Lead, Senior Commercial Manager, or Commercial Director.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts, claims management, and commercial governance.
• Prior Middle East experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial management, contract administration, and cost control activities.
• Manage variations, claims, change orders, and commercial risk assessments.
• Oversee commercial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and stakeholder management.
• Support procurement, tender evaluations, and contract negotiations.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and project governance requirements.
• Mentor and guide commercial team members.

Skills

Contract management

Cost control

Governance

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or quantity surveying

MRICS or CIOB or equivalent

Tools

FIDIC contracts

Job description

Senior Commercial Manager - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

We are seeking an experienced Senior Commercial Manager to lead commercial and contractual activities on a major mixed-use development project in Riyadh.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead commercial management, contract administration, and cost control activities.
• Manage variations, claims, change orders, and commercial risk assessments.
• Oversee commercial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and stakeholder management.
• Support procurement, tender evaluations, and contract negotiations.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and project governance requirements.
• Mentor and guide commercial team members.

Requirements:

• 15 years with Bachelor's degree in engineering or quantity surveying
• MRICS, CIOB, or equivalent with prior experience as Commercial Lead or Director
• Previous experience as a Commercial Lead, Senior Commercial Manager, or Commercial Director.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts, claims management, and commercial governance.
• Prior Middle East experience is highly desirable.