Commercial Manager at Dutum Company Limited

Main Purpose of Job:

• The Commercial Manager is responsible for overseeing all projects of Dutum and monitor plans to ensure deadlines are met, projects stay within budget and work is up to standard.
• You are also tasked with the responsibility of managing your direct reports effectively.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

• Experience 7 years and above of work experience in a similar role

Key Duties /Responsibilities

• Analyze project budgets and make improvements to ensure project sustainability
• Development of financial plans including budgeting and forecasting for the short and long term
• Lead role in advising around pricing for commercial contracts
• Driving efficiencies to ensure contracts remain financially viable and delivered on budget
• Partnering with business managers to drive financial performance
• Supporting the sales and marketing department by conducting analysis of commercial opportunities
• Preparing models to assess future profitability, revenue, and pricing
• Conduct site inspections and hold discussions with key supervisors
• Provide periodic updates and forecast project futures, identifying costsaving opportunities
• Undertake measurements of sites and buildings to ensure it conforms to the plan
• Visit sites to ensure sub-contractors are conforming to plans
• Ensure costs, payment, and technical specification clauses are accurately and appropriately drafted
• Plan procurement and tendering strategy
• Prepare Bill of quantities (BOQ) and tender documents
• Evaluate the quantity and costs of materials required, the labor hours needed, and track progress payments
• Facilitate collaboration and communication amongst team member
• Any other duties that may be assigned to you by Management.

General Competencies

• Contract Management: Drafting, negotiating, and managing contracts.
• Financial Acumen: Budgeting, cost control, and financial analysis.
• Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating project risks; developing strategic plans.
• Negotiation Skills: Effective negotiation and dispute resolution.
• Commercial Strategy: Developing strategies for maximum profitability; adapting to market trends.
• Stakeholder Management: Building strong relationships; effective communication and negotiation.
• Legal Compliance: Knowledge of construction laws; ensuring company compliance.
• Communication Skills: Clear and concise communication; conveying complex information effectively.
• Project Management: Understanding project management principles; collaboration for successful outcomes.
• Leadership and Team Management: Guiding and mentoring teams; fostering a collaborative culture.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Essential Desirable

Education

Qualification

• B.Sc. In QuantitySurveying/Engineering/Management or similar Related Discipline from an accredited University.
• M.Sc. Degree in a Quantity Surveying related field

Certification

• NIQS
• NSRBN S