Commercial Manager – For a Semi Government Entity in UAE 684 views

Job Description

• Drive contracting process from pre-bidding through approvals and execution.
• Participate in regular meetings to identify problems, target dates, issues, and delays
• Represent the company’s interests in the evaluation of proposals and bids
• Develop and administer all contract documents from the tender process through to contract closeout, including variations and issue resolution for design, construction, and other project-related contracts.
• Negotiate project terms, including scope, schedule, and invoicing with vendors.
• Evaluate potential risks to projects and suggest measures to reduce risks to acceptable levels
• Create a process to deliver financial savings in the contracting process
• Develop contingency plans for key contracts/vendors
• Ensure retention letters, guarantees and completion certificates are in line with the requirements
• Facilitate the management of payment and Variation Orders accordingly.
• Lead, manage, and analyze situations to solve work-related matters in accordance with policies/objectives
• Develop and maintain strategic supplier relationships
• Ensure the contracting process complies with company QHSE policies and government agencies’ requirements
• Drive and manage the control of all contract activities for stakeholders.

Job Requirements

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors of Science in Engineering (Civil/Mechanical)
• MRICS

Preferred Experience:

• 12-15 years of experience in a commercial or industrial organization in a similar position.
• Knowledge of financial, legal, and corporate responsibility issues.
• Experience in implementing contracts processes and systems.

Job Specific Skills:

• Ability to analyze, evaluate and recommend on risk at a strategic level
• Influencing skills at senior levels to influence acceptance of a new way of working
• Excellent planning and organizing skills
• Ability to negotiate at the highest levels with suppliers.