Commercial Specialist

About the role

Blacksand Company, a real‑estate development and investment firm, is looking for a Commercial Specialist to support procurement, tendering, contract administration and cost control across its development and operating portfolio. The role works closely with Development, Asset Operations and Finance teams and reports to the Head of Commercial.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and manage tender packages (RFQs/RFPs), including scopes of work, BOQs and commercial terms.
• Run bid evaluations, prepare comparison sheets and recommend award decisions.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms and commercial conditions with contractors, consultants and suppliers.
• Draft, review and administer contracts, LOAs, purchase orders and variations.
• Maintain the approved vendor list, conduct pre‑qualification and performance reviews.
• Track budgets, commitments and cost‑to‑complete against approved budgets.
• Review and certify contractor payment applications for commercial compliance.
• Maintain the contracts register and ensure compliance with company policy and Saudi regulations.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Business, Supply Chain or a related field.
• 3–6 years of experience in procurement, contracts or commercial management, preferably in real‑estate development or construction in Saudi Arabia.
• Working knowledge of FIDIC‑based contracts and standard Saudi procurement practice.
• Fluent in English; Arabic strongly preferred.
• Professional membership (RICS, CIPS) is an advantage.

Required skills

• Strong Excel skills.
• Experience with ERP or procurement systems.
• Knowledge of FIDIC contracts.