Commercial Manager

Responsibilities

• Deliver complex project requirements for a prestigious site-based project in Abu Dhabi (48-hour, 6-day work week).
• Coordinate and review, administer and oversee compliance activities for industrial, commercial, and government contracts/subcontracts.
• Support contract review, acceptance, and compliance—including reviewing proposed contract terms, resolving questions/issues with clients/government representatives, preparing spend/progress reports, conducting reviews, and facilitating contract closure.
• Maintain direct liaison with the Client and PMC project team.
• Advise on all contractual matters and participate in contractor pre-qualification/selection.
• Administer full procurement process for contractors and consultants, including advance review, solicitation, meeting coordination, amendments, and negotiations.
• Develop, implement, and enforce contract management and administrative procedures per company/project policies.
• Monitor ongoing contracts, investigate issues, recommend corrective actions, and ensure all warranties, bonds, insurances, and guarantees are in place and compliant.
• Prepare/maintain correspondence and records for effective contract administration.
• Advise/evaluate contractual implications of change orders, interim/final payment certificates, claims, disputes, and contract changes.
• Handle daily contractual correspondence and support contract close-out procedures.

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years post-undergraduate experience.
• Bachelor of Science in Quantity Surveying, Law, or Engineering (or similar) from an accredited, internationally recognized institution or university.
• Direct, onsite contracting exposure in UAE construction projects preferred.
• Strong contract administration and negotiation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• MRICS, MCIARB or equivalent accreditation.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Disability coverage
• Life insurance
• Business travel insurance
• Service recognition awards
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Flexible work options (site-based)

About the Company

AECOM is a global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a Fortune 500 professional services firm employing over 50,000 talented planners, designers, engineers, digital innovators, and managers, AECOM delivers projects that have a tangible and positive impact worldwide. Employees are supported with resources, training, and a collaborative culture to foster growth and career ambitions.