Commercial Director

JLL supports the Whole You, personally and professionally.
**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
Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:
JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.
About JLL
- We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.
Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we’re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.
Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.