Commercial Manager - Electrical Projects

About the role

aasa is looking for a Commercial Manager for electrical power projects in the UAE. The role covers the full range of commercial and contractual activities for power transmission and distribution projects, including EHV, HV and LV cable laying, pulling, jointing, termination, testing and commissioning.

Key responsibilities

• Review contracts, BOQs, drawings, specifications, cable schedules, scope of work and technical requirements
• Manage commercial aspects of EHV/HV/LV cables, cable accessories, substations, transformers, switchgear and associated electrical works
• Prepare and submit monthly valuations, IPCs, payment applications and invoices
• Price, submit and negotiate variations, claims and additional works; handle EOT, prolongation, disruption and other contractual claims
• Monitor project cost, commitments, revenue, gross profit, cash flow and commercial performance
• Prepare commercial reports, cost forecasts, budget vs. actuals and profitability analysis
• Manage subcontractor agreements, valuations, variations, claims, payments and final accounts
• Review quantities, BOQ items, rate analysis, remeasurement and progress for electrical and cable-laying works
• Coordinate with Project, Electrical Engineering, Planning, Procurement, QS, Finance and Site teams
• Monitor material costs, cable quantities, wastage, subcontract costs, recoveries and outstanding payments
• Lead final accounts, commercial settlements and project close-out, and identify commercial risks, cost leakages and cost recovery opportunities

Required profile

• 12-16 years of experience
• Strong UAE experience in EHV/HV/LV power transmission and distribution and cable laying projects (mandatory)
• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management