Head of Finishes Subcontract – China Railway 18th Bureau Group,Dubai

Department: Commercial & Contracts Department

Location: Dubai, UAE

Reporting To: Contracts Manager

Experience: 10–12+ Years

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Head of Finishes Subcontract to lead and manage the procurement, tendering, commercial evaluation, negotiation, and subcontract administration of high-value civil finishing and architectural fit-out packages. The candidate will be responsible for procurement strategy, team leadership, commercial optimization, and contractual risk management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the complete sourcing and procurement lifecycle for civil finishing and architectural fit-out subcontract packages.
• Develop procurement strategies for high-value subcontract packages, typically exceeding AED 10 million.
• Manage enquiry schedules and ensure timely completion of procurement milestones.
• Prepare, review, and issue Invitation to Tender (ITT) packages.
• Coordinate with Engineering and Technical teams to establish clear scopes of work and technical requirements.
• Lead technical and commercial bid evaluations, price comparisons, and value engineering assessments.
• Conduct commercial negotiations with subcontractors on pricing, scope, payment terms, retention, and contractual conditions.
• Prepare commercial recommendation reports for management approval.
• Supervise and guide subcontract procurement team members.
• Coordinate with Contracts, Technical, Site Construction, HSE, Quality, and Finance departments.
• Monitor subcontract preparation and ensure consistency between tender documents and final negotiated terms.
• Lead claims management, dispute resolution, and contractual risk mitigation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Contract Management, or a related discipline.
• Professional certifications such as MRICS or CIPS are highly advantageous.
• Minimum 10–12+ years of experience in subcontract procurement and commercial management within major construction projects.
• Proven experience managing and awarding high-value subcontract packages exceeding AED 10 million in the UAE/GCC region.
• Strong experience in civil finishing and architectural fit-out packages.

Technical Skills & Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of civil finishing trades, including joinery, architectural detailing, stone, flooring, facade finishes, and MEP-integrated fit-out.
• Strong understanding of BOQ structures, commercial bid evaluation, and total cost of ownership.
• Knowledge of FIDIC and regional subcontract forms.
• Good understanding of UAE procurement regulations and subcontractor market dynamics.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Familiarity with SAP, Oracle, and Aconex.
• Strong commercial negotiation, leadership, analytical, and communication skills.

Job Details

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