Commercial Manager / QS Manager

Job Title: Commercial Manager – QS (Site Based)

Location: Dubai, UAE

We are looking for an experienced Commercial Manager – QS to join our site team for a major construction project in the UAE.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all site commercial and quantity surveying activities from project commencement through final account settlement.
• Manage project budgets, cost control, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Administer the main contract and subcontract agreements, ensuring contractual compliance.
• Review and evaluate variations, claims, extensions of time, and payment applications.
• Prepare and negotiate subcontract packages, certifications, and final accounts.
• Monitor project cash flow, cost performance, and commercial risks.
• Coordinate with the Project Manager, Site Engineers, Planning Team, Procurement Team, Consultants, and Client on all commercial matters.
• Ensure accurate measurement of works and timely preparation of monthly valuations.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining project quality and contractual obligations.
• Prepare commercial reports and provide recommendations to senior management.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying.
• Minimum 15 years of GCC construction experience , including at least 5 years as a Commercial Manager on site.
• Proven experience managing commercial activities for large-scale building construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts, contract administration, cost management, claims, and final accounts.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and leadership skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and quantity surveying/commercial management software.
• UAE experience is mandatory.
• Candidates currently based in the UAE are preferred.
• Immediate joiners or those with a maximum 30-day notice period will have an advantage.