Project Commercial manager

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Job Description

Parsons is looking for an exceptionally talented Project Commercial Manager to join our site-based construction supervision and project management team on a major public realm development in Diriyah, which includes a series of iconic and neighborhood parks, open spaces, and over 55 kilometers of streetscape. The objective of this program is to create a vibrant, inclusive environment that enhances livability, accessibility, and community well-being.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading all commercial, contracts, and cost management activities for the project, ensuring alignment with client objectives and Parsons’ standards.
• Administering FIDIC or similar forms of contract, including managing variations, claims, extensions of time, and dispute avoidance/resolution.
• Overseeing procurement and contract awards, including preparation, review, and negotiation of contract documents, and coordination with legal and corporate teams as required.
• Managing and validating payment certificates, invoices, and financial reporting, ensuring accurate cost capture and budget control.
• Monitoring project budgets, forecasts, and cash flow, and providing regular commercial reports and dashboards to the client and senior management.
• Establishing and maintaining robust change management processes, including evaluation, negotiation, and formalization of change orders.
• Providing commercial risk assessments and mitigation strategies, and advising the project leadership on contractual and commercial risk exposure.
• Leading and mentoring the commercial and quantity surveying team, ensuring consistent application of procedures, standards, and best practices.
• Liaising with the client, consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders to resolve commercial issues and maintain strong working relationships.
• Supporting project audits, compliance reviews, and internal governance requirements, ensuring adherence to Parsons and client policies.
  
  
  

What Required Skills You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quantity Surveying , Construction Contracts or related field
  
  
  

10+15 years of experience is required. Strong experience with FIDIC or similar forms of contract, including claims, variations, and dispute resolution.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring

• Proven track record in cost management, contract administration, and commercial leadership on large-scale, multi‑package projects.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to develop and defend well-reasoned commercial positions.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience managing multi‑cultural commercial/QS teams.
• Ability to perform in a management capacity is also required
  
  
  

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

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