Manager - Commercial

About Ascentis Group

Ascentis Group is a global engineering and project management consultancy specializing in hospitality and commercial projects throughout South Asia and East Africa. Established in 2007, our team collaborates with leading developers and hotel operators to achieve outstanding results on complex, high-value projects. Our foundation rests on insight-driven strategies, decisive leadership, and a people-centered, cooperative culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Formulate work packaging strategies and organize tender schedules.
• Identify, assess, and pre-qualify vendors for different project packages.
• Compile prequalification reports and advise clients with recommendations.
• Coordinate closely with Quantity Surveying teams for Bill of Quantities preparation.
• Develop tender documentation and oversee the end-to-end tendering procedures.
• Lead evaluations of technical and commercial bids.
• Conduct commercial negotiations with prospective bidders.
• Engage in final negotiations covering costs, contractual terms, and payment timelines.
• Develop client recommendation reports for approval processes.
• Manage contract award paperwork and prepare Letters of Award and Contract Agreements.
• Ensure proper execution and administration of contract documentation.
• Review monthly reports from Quantity Surveyors on project progress.
• Monitor project cost control documents and budgets for deviations.
• Forecast project cash flow requirements.
• Assess variations, change requests, and work orders submitted.
• Support on-site teams in managing contract administration.
• Evaluate contractors' claims and draft official contractual communications.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering obtained via full-time study.
• Proficient understanding of construction contracts, ideally with exposure to FIDIC or comparable international contract standards.
• At least 10 years of professional experience, preferably with Quantity Surveying firms, Project Management Consultancies, or within the Construction sector.

Benefits

Our remuneration package aligns fully with statutory requirements, encompassing contributions to the Employees' Provident Fund to secure your long-term financial stability. Additional benefits include mandated Gratuity, performance-linked variable pay, comprehensive medical and accident insurance, and applicable site allowances.