Commercial Director job opportunity at JLL.



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JLL Commercial Director
Experience: 12-years
Pattern: full-time
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degreeBachelor's (B.A.)
loacation Dubai, ARE, United Arab Emirates
loacation Dubai, ARE....United Arab Emirates

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way .   Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people  and empowering them to  thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong.  Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.    What this job involves: The Commercial Director will lead all commercial activities for multiple prestigious residential developments at an Executive Cost Management level ensuring profitable delivery while maintaining client relationships. This senior role combines strategic commercial oversight with operational excellence to maximize project value and organizational profitability. What your day-to-day will look like: Commercial Strategy & Management Manage project budgets, forecasting and financial performance monitoring Lead tender preparation, pricing strategies, and bid submissions Oversee contract negotiations, risk assessment, and commercial terms Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and commercial governance Business Development Identify and pursue new business opportunities and market sectors Build and maintain relationships with key clients, consultants, and stakeholders Lead strategic partnerships and joint venture negotiations Represent the company at industry events and client presentations Drive revenue growth and market share expansion Team Leadership Lead and expand the site commercial team Establish commercial processes, procedures and best practices Foster a culture of commercial excellence and continuous improvement Risk & Performance Management Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial and contractual risks Oversee claims management, variations, and dispute resolution Monitor project margins, cash flow, and profitability KPIs Implement commercial controls and reporting systems Ensure projects deliver within budget and timeline parameters Required Skills and Experience: Education & Professional Credentials Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field Professional membership: MRICS Relevant commercial/contracts certifications Experience 12+ years of commercial experience in construction industry 5+ years of experience in the UAE with an in depth knowledge of the local construction market 8+ years’ experience working for tier 1 international Cost Management companies Experience in managing projects at a programme level for large scale masterplans Proven track record managing large-scale residential construction projects ($1Bn+) Experience across multiple construction sectors (commercial, residential, infrastructure) Strong background in contract administration and commercial law Desired or preferred experience and technical skills: Advanced knowledge of construction contracts (JCT, NEC, FIDIC) Expert-level commercial and financial acumen Strong negotiation and relationship management skills Board level presentations Excellent written/verbal and presentation communication abilities Strategic thinking with attention to operational details Location: On-site –Dubai, ARE If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table! At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing. JLL Privacy Notice Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services. We take our responsibility to protect the personal information provided to us seriously. Generally the personal information we collect from you are for the purposes of processing in connection with JLL’s recruitment process. We endeavour to keep your personal information secure with appropriate level of security and keep for as long as we need it for legitimate business or legal reasons. We will then delete it safely and securely. For more information about how JLL processes your personal data, please view our Candidate Privacy Statement . For additional details please see our career site pages for each country. For candidates in the United States, please see a full copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity policy here . Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.  If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process – including the online application and/or overall selection process –  you may email us at HRSCLeaves@jll.com . This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL.

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