Commercial Manager (Construction)

AtripleA recruitment & temps; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Commercial Manager based in Johannesburg, South Africa. The ideal candidate should have a degree in engineering or a related field and at least 10 years of commercial experience in the construction industry. Responsibilities include conducting commercial reviews of tenders, providing support to construction sites, and managing contractual disputes. An understanding of construction laws and experience in dispute resolution is essential. Competitive pay and opportunities for growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years' commercial experience in construction or contracting.
• Experience in dispute resolution including arbitration and adjudication.
• Familiarity with construction tender documentation and risk identification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct commercial reviews of tenders and prepare risk schedules.
• Provide support for construction sites from award to final account stage.
• Assist in the management of contractual disputes.

Skills

Knowledge of construction contract laws

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Engineering or Quantity Surveying degree

Post-graduate qualification in a related field

Tools

CCS estimating and planning modules

Job description

Our client in the Construction Industry is looking to hire a Commercial Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Commercial reviews of tenders and preparation of risks and opportunity schedules.
• Provide commercial support to several construction sites from award to final account stage; assist in ensuring that contractual opportunities, entitlements, and obligations are being recognised and managed correctly.
• Provide support to sites in respect of measurement issues, contractual claims, and correspondence.
• Assist in the management of any contractual disputes that may arise.
• Preparation and negotiation of joint venture, consortium, and subcontract agreements where necessary.
• Identify risks and ensure that the necessary steps are taken to mitigate and/or resolve risk.
• Ensure that commercial and contractual entitlements are dealt with promptly and in accordance with the conditions of contract.
• Analyses and reports on claims in dispute and prepare, for arbitration and litigation where necessary.
• Remains up to date on all construction legislation and any new legislation in the industry.
• Assist with any other ad hoc commercial matters or initiatives.

Requirements

• An engineering, quantity surveying or construction management degree, or similar qualification.
• A post-graduate qualification in a related field.
• A minimum of 10 years' commercial experience in the construction/contracting industry, preferably including large roads & earthworks and/or civil construction projects.
• Experience reviewing construction tender documentation and identification of risks.
• Experience in compiling and successfully concluding contractual claims.
• Experience in processing and successfully resolving contractual disputes, including through arbitration, adjudication, and other forms of dispute resolution.
• Experience in preparing and negotiating joint venture, consortium, and subcontract agreements.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of laws, regulations, and concepts applicable to construction contract preparation, negotiation, and administration.
• Knowledge of relevant South African legislation and other relevant jurisdictions.
• Knowledge of forms of construction contracts (FIDIC, GCCC, NEC and JBCC). It would be an added advantage to have working knowledge of COLTO.
• Working knowledge of CCS estimating and planning modules.
• Ability to read and understand construction plans and specifications.
• Ability to provide advice (orally and in writing) and influence decision making.
• Interpersonal and communication skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.

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