Commercial Manager

Description:

Responsible for, but not limited to managing the contractual aspects of a project (finance, contract administration, client liaison and procurement, insurance matters) and project risk management. All to ensure the best financial outcome for the project.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

Manage, mentor and train the QS's.
Review contract documentation for commercial risk at bid stage and generate practical strategies.
Ensure that contractual rights are retained under the different forms of contract.
Ensure implementation and a disciplined approach is adopted in following commercial procedures.
Assist in the drafting of contractual claims to ensure compliance with contract conditions with a view to ensuring the best chance of successful resolution thereof.
Ensure the adequacy of the reporting systems, methods and training.
Assist in negotiating resolution of disputes as they arise.
Assist in the correct and timeous issue and recovery of suitable bonds and guarantees
Effective and efficient administration of sub-contractors by ensuring proper contract documentation, guarantees and procedures are used and adhered to.
Forecast of job to completion and identify improved strategies.
Ensure effective cash flow strategies to ensure that projects are at least cash neutral.

Skills, Experience & Education:
Relevant tertiary degree/diploma - Quantity Surveying/Construction management/Civil Engineering
Minimum of 8 to 10 years of experience in a similar position.
Must have extensive commercial / contractual experience on construction projects.