Commercial Manager (Construction)- French and Arabic Speaker

at  Excelsior Group ME

The Role
Key Responsibilities: 1. Contract Management: Review, draft, and negotiate contracts, subcontracts, and agreements with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors. Ensure compliance with contract terms, legal requirements, and company policies. Identify contractual risks and manage contract variations, extensions, and claims. Prepare and submit claims for time extensions, additional costs, or damages, ensuring timely resolution of disputes. 2. Commercial Management: Manage the financial performance of contracts, ensuring profit margins are maintained and improved where possible. Lead cost control measures by monitoring project costs, budgets, and financial forecasts. Develop and maintain financial reports, including cash flow projections, and assess commercial performance against project objectives. Oversee payment applications, invoicing, and ensure timely collection of payments. 3. Procurement and Subcontractor Management: Manage the procurement process, ensuring subcontractors and suppliers are contracted on favorable terms and within budget. Negotiate terms with suppliers and subcontractors, ensuring that all parties meet project timelines and quality expectations. Oversee and approve subcontractor payments, monitor performance, and manage variations and claims. 4. Team Leadership and Management: Lead and manage a team of Quantity Surveyors (QS), providing guidance, mentoring, and performance management. Ensure QS team is effectively monitoring costs, budgets, and valuations throughout the project lifecycle. Delegate responsibilities and tasks effectively across the team to meet project goals and deadlines. Foster a collaborative environment, encouraging communication and best practices within the QS team and wider project teams. 5. Risk and Compliance: Identify and assess commercial risks throughout the project lifecycle and recommend mitigation strategies. Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements, including health and safety, insurance, and regulatory requirements. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards. 6. Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction. Act as a primary point of contact for commercial and contractual matters, resolving issues promptly and efficiently.
Requirements
5+ years of experience in a commercial or contracts management role, preferably in the construction or engineering industry. Proven experience working with subcontractors, managing contracts, and handling large-scale projects. Demonstrated experience in leading and managing a team of Quantity Surveyors. Strong understanding of contract law, construction contracts (e.g., NEC, JCT, FIDIC), and dispute resolution mechanisms. Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills. Strong financial acumen with the ability to analyze and manage budgets, forecasts, and project costs. High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and mentor a team. Proficiency in contract management software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
About the company
Excelsior is a bespoke HR and recruitment consultancy, specialising in the Security, Facilities Management, Education and Automotive sectors. Excelsior provides a high quality, reliable and affordable solution to companies in these sectors. Exciting opportunities and market insights will be regularly posted on this page. If you are a talented individual looking for a change, then our highly experienced Consultants are ready to match you with an exciting new career opportunity

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