Associate - Commercial Management

Faithful+Gould is a construction consultancy and member of the SNC Lavalin group of companies. As one of the world’s leading total solutions providers for the built environment, Faithful+Gould has been providing a versatile blend of construction, program, cost and project management to private companies and the public sector for more than 60 years.

We are currently looking for experienced Associates to join our team to work on newly awarded projects across varying sectors and various locations within UAE for a site-based role . This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a growing team on high profile projects within in UAE.

Key Responsibilities:

• Pre and post contract commercial support (POMI and FIDIC);

• Management of bonds, insurances and guarantee logs;

• Interim valuations and payment certificates;

• Assisting in variations analysis, recommendations and management;

• Assisting in risk and value management and cost control functions;

• Assisting in costs analysis project work;

• Assisting in identifying, analysing and developing responses to commercial risks;

• Assisting in preparation of progress/ cost reports;

• Reporting to Associate Director on all commercial issues;

• Understanding the implications of health and safety regulations;

• Attendance and representation at commercial meetings.

Experiences and Qualifications:

• Project experience must be broad and include Residential, Hospitality, Leisure and Infrastructure;

• Measurement and quantification of facility and infrastructure works

• Cost estimating of facility and infrastructure elements

• Must have previous experience of FIDIC Contracts;

• Degree in Quantity Surveying from recognized University;

• Must be Chartered quantity surveyor (MRICS).

• Min 12 years post-contract relevant capacity in contracts and commercial management;

• Must have consultant and/or client background for minimum of 3 years;

• Must have minimum of 3 years international experience preferred but not essential;

• Knowledge in the use of QS software Cost-X or similar is preferable;

• Demonstrate strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills;

• Possess good project background and proven English language technical writing ability and skills.

Rewards & Benefits:

We offer an excellent package which includes:

• A competitive salary;

• Accommodation allowance;

• Transportation allowance;

• Annual leave;

• Medical and life insurance cover;

• Company gratuity scheme;

• Discretionary bonus scheme;

• Flight allowance

SNC-Lavalin is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. We aim to provide quality and fairness for all job applicants and employees and not to discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction or disablement. We oppose all forms of unlawful treatment and discrimination.

Our aim is for the company to be representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to a policy of treating all our employees and job applications equally.

We pursue this commitment by:

Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implemented;

Complying with the relevant employment legislation and codes of practice;

Ensuring that all existing employees, potential employees, colleagues and customers are treated equally and with respect;

Ensuring that the workplace is an environment free from discrimination, harassment, victimisation and bullying regardless of an individual’s gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction or disablement;

Making all decisions relating to recruitment, selection or promotion according to the employees’ ability.