Commercial Director - PMC

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Commercial Director to lead the commercial and contract management function for a major infrastructure programme in the UAE. As part of the Project Management Consultancy (PMC) team acting on behalf of the client, you will provide senior commercial leadership across the programme. This covers cost control, contract administration and commercial risk, and you will advise the client at the most senior level.

Key responsibilities

- Lead the commercial and contracts team across all packages, and set the commercial strategy and controls framework for the programme.
- Oversee contract administration for the construction contracts, including variations, extensions of time, claims and dispute avoidance.
- Review and assess contractors’ claims and variation submissions, and provide clear, well-supported recommendations to the client.
- Manage payment certification, valuations and final accounts, making sure payments are accurate, timely and in line with the contract.
- Monitor budgets, cost forecasts and cash flow, and report regularly on cost performance, trends and risks.
- Lead procurement and tendering support, including tender strategy, evaluation, negotiation and contract award recommendations.
- Identify, assess and manage commercial risks, and recommend mitigation measures.
- Provide commercial input to change control and value engineering, and track the commercial impact of design and scope changes.
- Prepare commercial reports and present them to the client, steering committees and senior stakeholders.
- Make sure commercial processes comply with the contract, client requirements and AECOM’s internal governance.
- Coordinate with the design, construction supervision, project controls and legal teams, and mentor and develop the commercial team.

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
- Chartered membership of RICS (MRICS or FRICS), or an equivalent professional qualification.
- 20+ years of commercial or contracts management experience on major infrastructure projects, with 5+ years in the UAE or GCC.
- Proven experience in a PMC, client-side or supervision consultancy role on large, multi-package programmes.
- Strong working knowledge of FIDIC contracts and of UAE contractual practice and requirements.
- Demonstrated experience assessing claims and extensions of time, and managing disputes.
- Strong financial acumen, with experience in cost control, forecasting and reporting.
- Excellent leadership, negotiation, stakeholder management and communication skills.

Additional Information

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About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

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You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

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