Manager - Commercial and Contracts

Description

The role holder is responsible for managing commercial and contract responsibilities of the International Hospitality Assets department, acting under the control of the DHH Development lead. This includes but is not limited to reviewing and advising on cost plans, managing tender processes and reviewing returns, negotiating consultant and contractor’s contracts, plus advising on administration of the same, including advising and agreeing VOs, and close out of final accounts.

• Support the Development team in all commercial aspects related to development delivery, including but not limited to; Providing estimates for new projects, Cost plan reviews, Development Budgeting, Tendering (both consultants and contractors), Preparing tender reports and Monitoring CapEx expenditure, Processing Payment Certificates and close out of final accounts.
• Support the Development team for all contract matters in conjunction with internal and external legal support including but not limited to: Drafting contracts and Negotiating contracts with external parties, Agreeing and preparing contract schedules, Obtaining internal sign off as per policy, Engrossing contracts, Advising on the administration of contracts.
• Ensure that the group’s procedures and policies are being complied with.
• Work across multiple assets and projects internationally managing and inputting into budget tracking and forecast completion costs.

Requirements

• Cost Management: Expert in preparation of cost plans, measurement, and management of costs. Ability to integrate and advise on improvements to cost reporting and budget plans.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience working in a commercial function for a consultant, developer or contractor.
• Budgeting: Commercial expert in construction costs and the impact of the decision-making process on budgets. Able to manage and control costs and offer direction on cost effective solutions inc. leading value engineering processes.
• Project Reporting: Able to prepare and present reports for the wider organisation to update progress on projects status
• Communication: Excellent written and spoken English communication skills to be able to present to Group CEO level.
• Risk Management: An appreciation for risks and understanding of how to document them, including mitigation plans to ensure projects are delivered within their respective constraints.
• Procurement: Expert in preparing and running tender processes for onboarding of consultants, contractors and specialist services.
• Contracts: In depth knowledge of typical contracts and variation procedures and full ability to understand and administer contracts in different jurisdictions.
• MRICS designation preferred
• Sustainability: Experience of sustainable construction, renewable technology and construction best practice.
• Negotiation: Able to negotiate with external parties to achieve the desired business and project goals.
• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in cost management
• Construction Knowledge: Excellent level of understanding of the full project lifecycle including construction methodologies and details and the design process.
• At least 5 years working within a top tier developer either internationally or in the UAE

Benefits

At Dubai Holding, we're committed to nurturing the success and well-being of our colleagues. Join our dynamic and diverse team, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive compensation, career development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment. We strongly believe in creating an empowered workforce that will help us build a connected city for tomorrow. We are committed to attracting the brightest minds and nurturing the most pioneering candidates who desire to make a great impact on the future of Dubai.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance