Senior Commercial Manager

Senior Commercial Manager | Leading Real Estate Developer | Abu DhabiA leading real estate developer in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Senior Commercial Manager to join its growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key leadership role in delivering a portfolio of high-profile residential, mixed-use and master-planned developments across the UAE.Reporting to the Commercial Director, you will be responsible for leading all commercial and cost management activities from pre-contract through to project close-out, ensuring robust commercial governance, effective risk management and successful financial outcomes across multiple developments.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the commercial management of a portfolio of large-scale real estate developments.Develop and implement commercial strategies that align with business objectives and maximise project profitability.Manage all pre- and post-contract commercial activities including procurement, tendering, contract administration and final account settlement.Review and approve tender documentation, commercial evaluations and contractor recommendations.Lead contract negotiations with consultants, contractors and suppliers.Oversee project budgets, cost plans, cash flow forecasts and financial reporting throughout the project lifecycle.Monitor project expenditure against approved budgets and identify commercial risks and cost-saving opportunities.Evaluate and negotiate variations, claims and extension of time submissions.Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, company governance procedures and procurement policies.Provide strategic commercial advice to Development, Design and Project Delivery teams during all project phases.Drive value engineering initiatives while maintaining quality, programme and project objectives.Prepare and present commercial reports to senior management and executive stakeholders.Lead, mentor and develop a team of commercial managers, quantity surveyors and commercial professionals.Build and maintain strong relationships with consultants, contractors and key external stakeholders.Support dispute avoidance and resolution through proactive commercial management and contract administration.RequirementsBachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Civil Engineering or a related discipline.MRICS or equivalent professional qualification is highly desirable.Minimum 15 years' commercial management experience within the construction or real estate sector.Previous experience working for a leading real estate developer is strongly preferred.Proven experience delivering large-scale residential, mixed-use, hospitality or masterplan developments.Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts and commercial best practices.Excellent understanding of procurement, contract administration, cost planning and project financial management.Experience managing multiple concurrent projects and leading high-performing commercial teams.Strong negotiation, stakeholder management and leadership skills.Excellent communication and presentation skills.