Commercial Manager | Bids Leader
Job Description
<p><strong>DSA are a leading International Architectural Design, Management & Lead Consultancy Practice based in the UAE and we are seeking an experience COMMERCIAL MANAGER | BIDS LEADER to join our team in Dubai, from candidates who meet the following criteria: </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified with a Bachelor of Science degree in Quantity Surveying (or similar) from an accredited internationally recognised institution or university.</li><li>Chartered with a recognised international body (RICS or equivalent).</li><li>7-10+ years’ experience, preferably in buildings and a minimum of 3 years in the Middle East</li><li>Be able to provide both summarised and detailed reports, on current activities and ability to present directly to the client.</li><li>Excellent communication skills</li><li>Able to act on own initiative and proactive way</li><li>A ‘Team Player’ with the ability to positively influence across all levels of the business</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage all commercial aspects of contracts, including negotiation, review, and implementation.</li><li>Provide professional guidance and assistance in commercial matters to other staff members across the practice.</li><li>Interact closely with the finance team in the preparation and analysis of financial reports to identify opportunities for cost savings and revenue growth.</li><li>Ensure timely preparation and submission of invoicing, in-line with planned dates. Work closely with the senior management team to identify and mitigate and delays.</li><li>Quantifying and estimating costs for all proposed variations / change orders.</li><li>Ensure that adequate records are maintained in respect of project issues and commercial management processes.</li><li>Monthly cost reporting and financial risk management presentations.</li><li>Insurance management.</li><li>Ensure timely submission of all contractual notices and supporting data.</li><li>Support the management of claims including liaising with legal consultants.</li><li>Dispute resolution participation.</li><li>Lead and manage the bids team, workload, communications and processes, providing guidance and support to ensure that all opportunities received are properly planned, resourced and issued in a timely manner and that quality of submissions is ensured at all times.</li><li>Liaise and communicate directly with clients and other external stakeholders with regard to bids and opportunities. Arrange and attend meetings as required.</li><li> Review (or ensure review) of all sub-consultant submissions / offers and ensure compliance with client / project requirements.</li><li>Maintain positive relationships with clients, suppliers, and other stakeholders.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong><em>If you are interested in this vacancy, please send your CV and Portfolio to hrdxb@dsa-arch.com</em></strong></p><p><strong><em>Quoting the job title “COMMERCIAL MANAGER | BIDS LEADER” in the subject line.</em></strong></p>
