Senior Commercial Manager

Our client is a specialist Project Management Consultancy (PMC) delivering landmark buildings across the Kingdom. Due to a strong pipeline of work in Riyadh, we are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Commercial Manager with a proven track record on highrise projects (30+ storeys) and strong precontract experience.

This position will not only play a key part in the project but will also been seen as a future leaders for the commercial team in Riyadh.

Location: Riyadh, KSA

Sector: Buildings – High-Rise / Mixed-Use / Commercial / Residential

The Role:

As Senior Commercial Manager, you will be the commercial lead on major highrise developments, driving robust precontract and early project-stage commercial strategy. Working closely with clients, design teams and PMC leadership, you will:

• Lead all commercial and contract management activities across highrise building projects (30+ storeys).
• Manage precontract responsibilities, including:
• Cost planning, budgeting and benchmarking
• Procurement strategy and tender documentation
• Tender evaluations, contract negotiations and recommendations
• Drafting/reviewing contracts (FIDIC or similar)
• Provide clear commercial advice throughout design and procurement phases.
• Support/oversee postcontract activities where required (variations, claims, payments, final accounts).
• Lead and mentor junior commercial/ QS team members.
• Prepare and present commercial reports, risks and recommendations to senior stakeholders.
• Contribute to business development, proposals and fee submissions as part of the PMC offering.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Civil Engineering or related field.
• MRICS or equivalent professional qualification strongly preferred.
• 12+ years commercial / contracts experience within construction or consultancy.
• Proven experience on highrise buildings of at least 30 storeys – ideally in KSA/GCC or other major international markets.
• Strong precontract background: cost planning, procurement strategy, tendering, and contract negotiation.
• Solid understanding of FIDIC and best-practice commercial processes.
• Experience within a PMC or consultancy environment is highly desirable.
• Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation and communication skills.