Commercial & Procurement Manager
Sustainable Solution Project ManagementJob Description
We are looking for an experienced Commercial & Procurement Manager with a strong background in UAE real estate development and construction projects.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing commercial operations, procurement activities, tendering, contractor negotiations, contract administration, and project cost control to ensure efficient and cost-effective project execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage commercial and procurement activities across real estate development projects.
- Oversee tendering processes, RFQs, RFPs, bid evaluations, and contractor selection.
- Review BOQs, project budgets, cost estimates, and commercial proposals.
- Negotiate contracts, pricing, payment terms, and commercial agreements with contractors, consultants, and suppliers.
- Manage procurement planning, vendor sourcing, evaluation, and selection.
- Monitor project costs, cash flow forecasts, budgets, and cost variations.
- Review contractor payment applications, variation orders, and commercial claims.
- Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, company policies, and project requirements.
- Coordinate with Project Management, Engineering, Finance, and Legal departments.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality and project timelines.
- Prepare commercial reports, procurement updates, and cost analysis for senior management.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- Minimum 8–10 years of relevant experience, including significant UAE experience in commercial management and procurement.
- Previous experience with a UAE real estate developer is mandatory.
- Strong understanding of construction contracts, tendering, BOQs, budgeting, and cost control.
- Proven experience in contractor negotiations, procurement strategies, and contract administration.
- Knowledge of UAE construction practices, local suppliers, contractors, and regulatory requirements.
- Strong analytical, negotiation, communication, and leadership skills.
- Proficiency in MS Excel and relevant ERP or procurement management systems.
- Ability to independently manage both commercial and procurement functions.
Work Location: In person
Procurement experience within the construction industryProject budgetingExperience at real estate companiesCommunication with suppliersProcurement report preparationBudget oversightBid evaluationCross-functional coordinationServices procurementProject procurementPurchasing softwareContract reviewProcurement business partneringOperations managementPayment terms negotiationIdentifying cost optimisation opportunitiesRequest for quotationConstruction cost controlCost reportingCross-functional team coordinationLeadership (demonstrated interpersonal skills)Construction contract administrationConstruction contract negotiationRegulatory complianceProcurement financial analysisCost optimisation and efficiency improvementERP systemsCost optimisationInternal department liaisonSupplier quotationsBachelor's degree in quantity surveyingCommercial contractsTendering in procurementProject bidding phaseBudget vs actual cost analysisNegotiation with external counterpartiesContract variation trackingExternal supplier coordinationContractual compliance checksProject monitoring
