Senior Commercial Manager

Overview

Manage commercial and contractual aspects of projects, lead team, ensure value, risk, procurement.

Key Responsibilities

• procurement
• contract management
• cost database
• quantity surveying
• tender management
• cost reporting

Tasks

-Advise project team on procurement, ensuring compliance with time, quality, and cost standards. -Adapt standard contracts for maintenance, service agreements, and purchases, aligning with Group legal. -Assist in preparing feasibility studies and presentations for project development. -Adapt standard form of contracts for consultant and contractor agreements with the Group legal department. -Manage claims and disputes using appropriate resources, ensuring compliance with contractual terms. -Develop and update an internal cost database. -Monitor project insurance policies relevant to construction works. -Ensure team understands procurement processes and procedures. -Draft and approve various reports such as RFA and BCP. -Manage and provide pre and post contract Quantity Surveying services, including cost estimating, monthly accounts, and final account settlement. -Prepare Requests for Proposal/Invitation to bid documents, lead the tender process, and prepare final recommendations. -Provide commercial advice to internal clients to minimize risks and maximize return on investment by ensuring best value is achieved on all projects. -Review and implement improved administrative procedures for operational efficiency. -Ensure compliance with organizational forms and processes. -Lead, coach, and motivate staff to develop their potential and increase effectiveness. -Identify training needs and facilitate staff development. -Report on portfolio costs, budgets, and risks monthly.

Requirements

• degree
• 10 years
• fidic
• ms office
• leadership
• project management

What You Bring

-Degree in a relevant field with a minimum of 10 years of experience in managing major projects, preferably for a client, contractor, or PQS. -Excellent communication and negotiation skills. -Strong leadership and team development skills. -10-15 years of experience in sectors including Infrastructure, Retail, Residential, High Rise, and Hotel construction. UAE experience is preferred. -Commercial management and procurement expertise. -Proficiency in contract management (FIDIC). -Proven experience with FIDIC contracts and success in managing large-scale projects from inception to handover. -Proficiency in MS Office suites, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project Manager with fluency in English.

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About Al-Futtaim

-Born in the 1930s as a family venture in Dubai, it evolved into a regional powerhouse across 18 countries. -It built a portfolio spanning automotive, retail, real estate, finance, health, and education divisions. -Real estate highlights include Dubai Festival City, mixed-use developments, and logistics hubs. -Financial services include insurance, broking, and consumer financing across the region. -Health segment delivers modern clinics and patient-centric care solutions. -Education arm partners with global institutions, supports Arabic excellence, and collaborates with NASA challenges. -The narrative includes pioneering projects like hydrogen fuel stations and AI-driven retail innovation.

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