Head of Commercial

  • Gurugram
  • Leighton India Contractors Private Limited
About Building Project of Leighton India comprises with projects running across India at various cities and having strength of 600+ staff and 8000+ labour resource strength which includes HO based project support and management employees. Creating a rewarding, challenging and safe workplace for all our people is part of the Group’s core values and one of its highest priorities. Purpose of the role To oversee and review the management and reporting of commercial and contractual matters in the region with the objective of ensuring that the Company is not exposed contractually or financially in the course of its business with consequential improvement in profitability and ensuring the protection of the Company’s legal position. Job Duties: Review and report on contract terms and conditions of tender documents for prospective projects across Divisions in order to ensure the terms of the offer are within the Company guidelines To review financial summaries on a monthly basis in order to ensure accurate forecasting and reporting. To oversee and approve the strategy for all major disputes within the region in order to achieve resolution to the advantage of the Company. Protect company interests commercially and contractually in all agreements made with third parties Be involved in key meetings and negotiation of major insurance claims Participate in tender review process Oversee Contract Formulation and Agreement Qualification, Experience and Skills Degree in civil engineering/building technology/construction management or its equivalent. Degree in Quantity Surveying is preferred Total work experience: 20+ years with 12 to15 years of experience in commercial construction. Knowledge and experience in project commercial and contractual aspects Knowledge of legal aspects relevant to contracting Contract law (local and international) knowledge Risk Management