Senior Commercial Specialist

About the role

Riymar is seeking a Senior Commercial Specialist to lead cost management and tendering activities for its construction projects in Riyadh. The role combines technical analysis of drawings with strategic procurement to ensure projects are delivered on budget and on schedule.

Key responsibilities

• Read and analyse drawings and plans to assess quantity and cost implications.
• Prepare, review and issue Bills of Quantities (BOQ), cost estimates and tender documents.
• Manage the tendering process, including requests for quotations (RFQs), and evaluate technical and commercial offers.
• Study market prices for materials and finishing works and maintain up‑to‑date price databases.
• Negotiate with suppliers and contractors to secure favourable terms.
• Identify, analyse and monitor commercial and contractual risks, providing mitigation recommendations.
• Track project costs against approved budgets, flagging deviations and highlighting savings opportunities.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Project Management, Business Administration or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in commercial affairs, cost management, procurement, quantity surveying or project development.
• Prior experience in real‑estate development or contracting companies is preferred.
• Fluency in Arabic and English.

Required skills