Job Purpose:
Manage the development and deployment of commercial frameworks and guidelines and support the Development & Design team with all commercial and contract management activities with the aim to always ensure cost-effectiveness and ARDARA’s financial best interest.
Key Accountabilities:
Strategy Implementation and/or Contribution Contribute to the implementation of the department strategy ensuring alignment to divisional strategy, ARDARA’s vision, mission, and corporate objectives. Budgeting and Financial Performance Participate in setting and consolidating the department budget and report financial performance versus the budget so that the business is aware of anticipated costs/revenues, areas of unsatisfactory performance, and potential areas of cost reduction or performance improvement opportunities.
Job-Specific Accountabilities:
Commercial Management Manage the development of the commercial framework and guidelines for the Development & Design function, in line with wider commercial frameworks and policies set by the central Commercial function. Act as the focal point for the Design team for any commercial-related matter to ensure that ARDARA’s interests are safeguarded.
Contract Management Oversee the execution of on-going contracts with third-party service providers to ensure the achievement of agreed upon outputs / deliverables within predefined timeframes, in collaboration with concerned stakeholders. Monitor contract progress and advise on appropriate actions as needed. Oversee risk mitigation and management studies and measures performed during contract evaluation and negotiation to reduce negative implications on ARDARA; provide guidance regarding contract management and administration practices. Work closely with the central Commercial function to provide necessary inputs for vendor / supplier’s performance evaluations.
Qualification:Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying / Civil Engineering / (preferably MRICSs and FRICSs or equivalent) from a recognized and accredited university.
Experience:10+ years of relevant experience in commercial roles in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with a developer, or commercial / contract management consultancy. A proven track record of deploying forward-looking strategic, managerial, and operational methods (including future/cutting-edge technologies). A thorough understanding of the FIDIC suite of contracts, and Consultant-type contracts.