Al Futtaim Jobs - Senior Commercial Manager|AFGRE|Dubai, UAE (Dubai, AE)

Job Requisition ID: 130003 

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United A”rab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate. 

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.

Job Description

JOB DETAILS:

Job Title:Senior Commercial Manager

Reports to:General Manager – Commercial Management  

Direct Reports:Sr. QS

Department:Commercial Management

Location:AFGRE

Grade:I

 

JOB PURPOSE:

To manage the contractual and commercial aspects and the management of a team of project specific commercial staff to provide commercial services to ensure delivery of projects from inception to completion on time and within budget, in accordance with group policies and processes.

 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Technical

• Provide commercial advice to internal clients and development division to ensure in all respects that risk is minimized, best value is achieved and to maximize the return in investment on projects developed.
• Advise the project team on procurement of projects and consultancy services to meet time, quality and cost requirements of the development plan.
• Assist in the preparation of project development feasibility studies and presentations prepared by the project team
• Prepare Requests for Proposal/Invitation to bid documents based on client needs, advise on selection of tenderers, prepare tender evaluation reports, lead and conduct the tender negotiation process up to and including preparing final recommendations for internal acceptance/endorsement
• Adapt standard form of contracts, in conjunction with Group legal, in production of consultant and contractor agreements, and agreements of purchase
• Provide and manage pre and post contract Quantity Surveying Services including, without limitation, cost estimating, monthly accounts, review of cost and budget forecasts, quantum analysis of claims and variation submissions, and final account settlement.
• Monitor and ensuring project insurance policies are maintained in relation to construction works (Professional Indemnity, Contractors All Risk, Third Party, Other contract insurance requirements).
• To report on portfolio costs, budgets and risks on a monthly basis.
• Provide commercial advice to our internal clients and development division to ensure in all respects that risk is minimized, best value is achieved and to maximize the return in investment on projects developed.
• Manage claims and disputes using outsourced and internal resources dependent on complexity, size claim and resources available in compliance with contractual terms and timescales.
• Develop/update the internal cost database.

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• Effectively lead the team
• Lead, coach develop and motivate staff to achieve their potential and increase their effectiveness and contribution​​​​​​​

Process

• Adapt standard form of contracts, in conjunction with Group legal, for the procurement of various maintenance agreements, service agreements, and agreements of purchase.
• Comply with and use of organisational forms and processes to ensure internal approvals are obtained in accordance with group policies and the Delegation of Authority
• Review, recommend and implement new or improved administrative procedures to maintain economy and efficiency of operation
• Draft reports (RFA, BCP, etc.)

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QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:

Minimum Qualifications and Knowledge:

 

• Candidates will hold a degree and a minimum of 10 years’ experience working on major projects preferably working on behalf of the client, contractor or a PQS.

 

Minimum Experience:

• 10 years significant experience in Infrastructure, Retail, Residential, High Rise, Hotel construction experience is essential. UAE experience preferential.

 

Job-Specific Skills:

• Majority of the experience must be in QS/ Commercial Management  
• Must have knowledge of FIDIC and preparation of RFPs and contracts
• Proven success in managing all commercial aspects for large scale projects from inception to handover
• Excellent communication skills- fluency in English is a must
• UAE experience is a must.

• Proficient in MS Office suites including MSWord, Excel, PowerPoint, Project Manager

 

Behavioural Competencies :

• Teamwork
• Communication
• Professional Knowledge
• Encourage subordinates
• Training and coaching
• Personal Leadership
• Negotiating

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