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About the Role

Qiddiya Investment Company is seeking a Commercial Director for City Operations to lead the commercial strategy and execution for city-wide operations. This full-time position, based in Riyadh, requires a commercially astute professional with over 10 years of experience to manage all commercial aspects of city operations projects, ensuring alignment with Qiddiya’s strategic objectives and commitment to excellence.

Role Overview

The Commercial Director will oversee contract negotiations, procurement, financial management, and risk mitigation across diverse operational areas. This role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams to optimize commercial performance, maintain budgetary discipline, and cultivate strong relationships with partners and stakeholders. The objective is to drive commercial success within the city operations framework.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of commercial strategies for contracts related to Operations within Qiddiya.
• Manage all post-contract commercial activities across City Operations, including variations, claims, compliance, and performance.
• Define and execute contract renewal and cost optimization strategies for key service contracts.
• Provide commercial insights on risks, commitments, and forecast impacts, in alignment with Commercial, Reporting, and Finance departments.
• Lead the implementation of the service charge framework, model, and cost recovery processes across operating assets.
• Serve as the commercial lead for City Operations leadership, supporting executive decision-making and building team capabilities.
• Mentor and guide the commercial team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Business Administration, Construction Management, or a related field; an advanced degree is preferred.
• A minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in commercial/contract management within the operations (O&M, FM, utilities, city operations) or construction sectors.
• Demonstrated experience in managing large-scale Operations with a focus on commercial contract negotiation and management.
• Strong expertise in post-contract management, including variations, claims, renewals, and performance management.
• Professional accreditation such as MRICS or FRICS is highly desirable.
• Exposure to service charge / cost recovery models is highly desirable.

Required Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
• Proven leadership abilities with experience in developing and mentoring junior staff.