Commercial Analyst

Job Title: Commercial Analyst

Industry: Multi-Disciplinary Contracting
(Civil Construction, Interior Fit-Out, MEP Contracting & Maintenance, Landscape & Swimming Pools, Hard & Soft Services, Trading)

Position Summary

The Commercial Analyst will directly support the Chief Operating Officer (COO) in commercial, contractual, and cost-control functions across all divisions of the company. The role requires strong analytical capability to evaluate project costs, scope comparisons (pre- and post-contract), budget approvals, procurement documentation, and contractual obligations.

The candidate will act as a commercial control resource within the COO’s office, coordinating with operational and support departments to ensure financial discipline, compliance, and cost efficiency across projects.

Key Responsibilities

1. Pre-Contract Responsibilities

• Analyze tender documents, BOQs, specifications, and drawings.
• Conduct detailed cost analysis and scope comparison between tender and execution stages.
• Review technical and commercial comparison sheets from procurement teams.
• Support the COO in evaluating subcontractor and supplier bids.
• Identify commercial risks, exclusions, and scope gaps.
• Assist in value engineering and cost optimization strategies.

2. Post-Contract Responsibilities

• Review project budgets and ensure alignment with approved estimates.
• Monitor cost commitments vs. approved budgets.
• Verify purchase requests, LPOs, subcontract agreements, and payment certifications.
• Assist in change order evaluation and variation cost assessment.
• Support in claims analysis and commercial negotiations.
• Review interim valuations and final accounts before COO approval.

3. Budget & Procurement Review

• Verify budget approvals and ensure compliance with company authority matrix.
• Review technical and commercial comparison sheets before finalization.
• Evaluate procurement documentation for accuracy and cost effectiveness.
• Ensure proper documentation of cost justifications and approvals.

4. Contract Administration & Compliance

• Review main contracts, subcontracts, and consultancy agreements.
• Identify contractual risks, obligations, and liabilities.
• Coordinate with legal and project teams on contractual matters.
• Assist in dispute resolution and claims preparation.

5. Coordination & Reporting

• Coordinate with:
• Civil & Infrastructure Division
• Interior Fit-Out Division
• MEP Contracting & Maintenance Teams
• Landscape & Swimming Pool Division
• Hard & Soft Services Teams
• Trading & Procurement Department
• Finance & Accounts
• Prepare commercial analysis reports and dashboards for COO.
• Present comparative cost studies and financial risk summaries.
• Support COO in strategic commercial decision-making.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or Construction Management.
• 10 years of experience in multi-disciplinary contracting environments, in GCC region.
• Strong exposure to civil, MEP, fit-out, and maintenance contracts.
• Experience in both pre- and post-contract commercial management.
• Proficiency in BOQ preparation, cost estimation, and contract review.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC or similar contract frameworks (preferred).

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong commercial and financial acumen
• Advanced Excel and cost analysis capability
• Contract interpretation and risk assessment
• Technical and commercial bid evaluation
• Negotiation and stakeholder coordination
• Attention to detail and documentation control
• Ability to work closely with senior management

Reports directly to: Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: BD1,000.000 - BD1,400.000 per month

Work Location: In person