Commercial Executive

Tumaini; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure company in Gauteng is seeking a candidate to oversee the construction platform's commercial, risk management, and quantity surveying functions. Responsibilities include reviewing tender bids, drafting contracts, and leading negotiations to optimize project performance. A strong background in commercial management is essential for success in this role.

Responsibilities

• Review tender bid submissions from a commercial and risk perspective.
• Draft and oversee construction contracts with legal assistance.
• Lead resolution of commercial negotiations and disputes.
• Implement commercial strategies aligned with platform goals.

Job description

Overview

Our client is a diversified infrastructure and services construction company, with core competencies in the infrastructure, building, mining and property development sectors.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the Construction Platform’s commercial, risk management and quantity surveying functions with the overall objective of optimising construction projects commercial and financial performances.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for (but not limited to) :

• Review tender bid submissions from a commercial and risk perspective
• Draft, or oversee and approve the drafting, of Platform construction contracts with the assistance of the Group Legal Manager as and when necessary
• Draft, or oversee and approve the drafting, of Platform legal, dispute, claim notification and contractual letters regarding material commercial matters.
• Support, and lead if necessary, the successful resolution of material commercial negotiations, claims and disputes.
• Ensure that the Platform’s commercial and contractual entitlements are optimised, dealt with promptly and in accordance with the relevant conditions of contract.
• Develop and implement commercial strategies according to the Platform’s goals and objectives.