Commercial & Contract ManagementLead commercial management of joinery projects from tender stage through project close-outAdminister contracts in accordance with FIDIC conditions, including variations, extensions of time (EOT), and final accountsIdentify, evaluate, and manage commercial risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycleEnsure compliance with contractual obligations, payment terms, and employer requirementsClaims & Dispute ManagementPrepare, evaluate, and negotiate claims, counter-claims, variations, and EOT submissionsMaintain detailed claim records, supporting documents, and correspondenceCoordinate with project teams, consultants, and legal advisors on claim strategy and resolutionSupport dispute avoidance and, where required, dispute resolution processesCost Control & ReportingEstablish project budgets, cost plans, and cash flow forecastsMonitor project costs, profitability, and commercial performance against approved budgetsReview subcontractor quotations, negotiate terms, and manage subcontract agreementsPrepare monthly commercial reports, cost/value reconciliations, and management dashboardsTendering & Procurement SupportSupport tendering and bid teams with commercial inputs, risk assessments, and pricing strategiesReview tender documents, commercial terms, and contract conditions prior to submissionParticipate in post-tender negotiations and contract finalizationStakeholder CoordinationWork closely with Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Planning, Procurement, and Finance teamsLiaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers to protect company commercial interestsProvide commercial guidance and mentoring to junior commercial staff