Company: Join a leading construction group with a stellar reputation in Bahrain, known for its commitment to excellence and innovation. With a diverse portfolio of building and civil engineering projects, the group pride themselves on delivering quality results while fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment. Position Overview: Reporting to the CEO, the Senior Commercial Manager heads the Group’s Commercial and Procurement function overseeing all contracts / projects across multiple industries (building, civil, mechanical, manufacturing). As the Senior Commercial Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring profitability and driving growth opportunities for the Group in one of the most relaxed Gulf States. Responsibilities: • Manage all Group commercial issues in line with business expectations. • Oversee monthly applications / invoicing process with clients through to payments. • Provide leadership and technical guidance to commercial and purchase staff. • Able to handle Contract Administration issues with regards to contractual arguments and claims. • Identification of variations and compiling entitlement submissions. • Ensures that all contractual notices are issued as required by the contract. • Able to introduce and implement cost controls and planning techniques. • Work closely with General Managers, Project Directors and commercial staff on sites • Assist the business with tenders/contract management services. • Strategic and operational management of procurement function to support single / multiple group divisions. • Leads the Procurement team introduces and implements best procurement practices. • Develop and maintain relationship channels with suppliers, vendors, internal stake holders, and inter-group / joint venture partners, with ability to understand their needs and develop quality procurement strategies and plans accordingly. • Support the bidding / tendering activities. • Lead role in supplier contract negotiations, pricing, commercial, competitive structure packages for mega projects / commercial infrastructure and building projects. • Ability to develop and monitor the Quality Management Systems to ensure efficiency and increased productivity within the teams.

Requirements: • Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Business Administration, or related field. • Proven experience in a commercial management role within a Tier 1 contractor. • Middle East experience is advantageous, but not a prerequisite. • Strategic mindset with a results-oriented approach and a track record of delivering successful outcomes. • Excellent leadership and communication skills • Excellent negotiations skills with previous client facing experience • Strong understanding of commercial, contractual and legal principles, with the ability to manage risk effectively. Benefits: • Competitive ‘tax free’ salary package commensurate with experience. • Comprehensive benefits package, including accommodation, car, flight tickets and health insurance. • Opportunity to work with a reputable construction group on exciting projects. • Supportive and collaborative work culture with opportunities for professional development and advancement.