Senior Contracts and Commercial Manager

Overview

Responsibilities

• This is a full-time on-site role located in Dubai for a Senior Contracts and Commercial Manager.
• You will be responsible for overseeing all commercial and contractual activities for residential project.
• You will lead a team and collaborate closely with Resident Engineers, Client representatives and other stakeholders to ensure adherence to manage all contractual and commercial matters on FIDIC 1999 based Contract.
• Your role will involve the following keys duties and responsibilities:
• Review and prepare contractual correspondences
• Ensure proper contractual and commercial procedures are followed
• Manage the consultation, evaluation and determination process
• Manage the commercial teams who are reviewing Contractor's IPA, valuing work done, measuring quantities and IPC
• Managing the variation process under FIDIC based contracts
• Managing the claim process under FIDIC based contracts
• Chairing Commercial and Contractual meetings
• Managing and monitoring project budget
• Managing and supporting procurement activities
• Identify Risks that may affect cost and contractual exposure
• Support in avoiding disputing and ensuring proper administration
• Final Account Management and associated procedures
• Any other relevant commercial and contractual support tasks that may be required

Technical Competencies

• Extensive experience in commercial and contractual management
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC 1999 and contract law
• Proven experience in managing large-scale projects and project budgets
• Excellent leadership and team management skills
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Experience in the architecture, engineering, or construction industry is a must

Qualifications

• Bachelor in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying
• Master’s Degree in Construction Management is a plus
• 15+ years of overall experience
• 7+ Years in large scale residential projects
• Advanced knowledge of Contract Administration and Commercial Management
• MRICS credentials are preferred