Project Commercial Manager

Requisition Number: 24120BR

Description:

The Project Commercial Manager will be responsible for the overall commercial and contractual management of the project, while also overseeing key project controls functions, including cost control, schedule performance, and change management. The role ensures the project’s commercial position is protected and that time, cost, and contractual impacts are fully integrated to support informed decision-making and successful project delivery.

Commercial & Contracts Management

• Lead administration of the Project contracts
• Manage contractual compliance, notices, and correspondence
• Review, assess, and negotiate variations, claims, and final accounts
• Manage project commercial risks and financial exposure
• Lead the QS team in quantity take-off, measurement, and pricing, ensuring accuracy and compliance with project specifications.

Planning & Schedule Management

• Establish project planning strategy, standards, and control procedures
• Oversee development and approval of master and detailed schedules
• Review and approve baseline programs and updates
• Lead Time Impact Analysis (TIA) and EOT assessments
• Manage schedule risks and recovery strategies

Cost Management

• Establish a cost control framework and governance
• Approve budgets, cost baselines, forecasts, and cash flows
• Monitor cost performance and earned value metrics
• Review contractor payments, variations, and final accounts
• Advise on financial risks and corrective actions

Risk, Change & Performance

• Lead risk and change management processes
• Maintain risk registers and mitigation strategies
• Assess impacts of scope changes on time and cost

Reporting & Client Interface

• Approve integrated planning, cost, and commercial reports
• Present performance dashboards to the Client and stakeholders
• Act as primary interface on project controls matters

Specific qualities that are desirable for employees to possess. Competencies specific to the role and

competencies specific to the culture and working environment of Stantec ME.

Qualifications:

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited university
• Minimum 15 years of relevant professional experience in project controls
• MRICS, PMP, RMP, SP or PSP
• Proven experience working in a PMC / Consultant environment
• Strong experience delivering projects in the UAE or GCC.
• Familiar With Primavera P6.
• In-depth knowledge of Commercial and Project Controls Roles.
• Experience in claims, variations, and Extension of Time (EOT) assessment
• Fluency in English and a high degree of numeracy and literacy.

About Stantec:

We’re active members of the communities we serve. That’s why at Stantec we always design with community in mind. We believe growing a great design company happens from the inside out. We look for people who are drawn to use every talent they possess, plus creativity, determination and a drive to do the extraordinary.

The Stantec community unites approximately 22,000 employees working in over 400 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring projects to life. Our work as architects, engineers, and consultants from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a solid history of success. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work. Redefine your personal best. Join us!

Work Location(s):United Arab Emirates-Abu Dhabi

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Type: Regular

Job Category: Contracts Procurement, Project Management, Project Planning and Controls