Commercial Director (Facilities Management)

About the Role
In a world of possibilities, imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. We are seeking a highly experienced and results-driven Commercial Director (Facilities Management) to join our team. In this critical leadership role, you will oversee the overall commercial management of the program for a portfolio of Facility Management (FM) service contracts. Your primary focus will be on effective procurement, contracting, post-contract administration, cost management, change management, and risk management. You will drive the program's commercial success while ensuring compliance with contractual requirements, legal frameworks, and industry best practices.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Procurement and Contracting Strategy: Develop and implement the procurement and contracting strategy, ensuring alignment with program objectives, legal requirements, and industry best practices.
• Tendering and Contract Award: Oversee the tendering process, including preparation of tender documents, evaluation of bids, and contract award, ensuring transparency, efficiency, and compliance with the procurement plan.
• Contract Administration: Ensure all contract management activities are carried out in accordance with contractual requirements, including timely review and certification of payments, variations, and claims.
• Contracting Oversight: Establish and maintain robust contracting processes, ensuring clear terms and conditions, risk allocation, and compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks. Act as the primary point of contact for contractor negotiations and dispute resolution.
• Claims Management: Develop and implement principles and procedures for strategic claims scrutiny and defense, ensuring the program's interests are protected and disputes are resolved efficiently.
• Cost Management: Oversee the cost management system, ensuring effective budget control, cost analysis, and reporting of adverse trends to the Program Director.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate commercial and contractual risks, ensuring proactive management of potential challenges.
• Stakeholder Interface: Serve as the prime interface for pre- and post-contract administration and management on behalf of the Program Director, fostering strong relationships with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Team Leadership: Provide leadership and guidance to the commercial team, including cost consultants, contract administrators, and procurement specialists, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and excellence.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Contract Management, Law, Engineering, Facility Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in contract management, vendor management, or procurement, with a strong focus on managing service contracts, preferably in the FM or a related sector.
• Strong understanding of contract terms and conditions and commercial principles.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders such as the FM department.
• Experience in the Saudi Arabian or GCC market and familiarity with local FM service providers would be beneficial.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Deep knowledge of international procurement operations and global supply chain management.
• Experience leading complex, high-value projects with strong cost control and budget management.
• Proven ability to negotiate with suppliers and stakeholders to secure favorable terms and maintain project profitability.
• Familiarity with business aspects such as innovative proposals, risk mitigation, and project financing within engineering and construction.

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