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Reference Number: 097-1008KV

Job Description:

Our client is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to oversee commercial, contractual and procurement activities for a major mining capital project in Namibia. The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring effective commercial governance, contract administration, risk management and cost control throughout engineering, construction, commissioning and project close-out.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement commercial, contracting and procurement strategies aligned with project objectives
• Provide commercial leadership and strategic advice to the Project Director and Owner’s Team
• Oversee tendering, bid evaluations, contract negotiations and procurement activities for contract awards
• Manage contract administration, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, commercial terms and Delegation of Authority requirements.
• Oversee procurement of major equipment, construction packages, professional services and long-lead items.
• Implement and maintain effective change-control processes, including the assessment and approval of contract variations.
• Manage contractual claims, disputes and commercial negotiations while protecting the Owner’s interests.
• Monitor commercial commitments, contract exposures, cost forecasts and procurement activities in collaboration with project controls and finance teams
• Oversee contractor payment applications, supplier invoices, financial provisions and contractual payment obligations
• Manage contractor and supplier commercial performance, ensuring contractual compliance and timely resolution of commercial issues
• Identify, assess and mitigate commercial, contractual, procurement and supply chain risks throughout the project lifecycle
• Prepare commercial reports, forecasts, contract status updates and recommendations to support management decision-making
• Oversee contractual requirements relating to commissioning, project handover, final accounts, contract close-out
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders, EPC/EPCM contractors, consultants, suppliers and external advisers
• Provide commercial direction and mentorship to contract administration and procurement personnel

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Relevant qualification in Commercial Management, Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, Law, Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline.
• Minimum 15 years’ commercial, contracts and/or procurement experience within mining, infrastructure or heavy industrial capital projects.
• Proven senior commercial management experience within an Owner’s Team, EPC, EPCM or major contractor environment.
• Experience across the full project lifecycle, from contracting and procurement through to commissioning and close-out.
• Greenfield gold mining project experience will be advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of contract administration, tendering, claims management, variations and commercial risk management.
• Experience in major equipment procurement, contract negotiations and dispute resolution.
• Sound understanding of project cost control, forecasting, procurement governance and Delegation of Authority.
• Knowledge of Southern African contracting and regulatory environments will be advantageous.
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with ERP, procurement and project controls systems.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, analytical and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent English communication skills and ability to work in remote, multicultural project environments.

If you wish to apply for the position, please submit your application via the link below:

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Kerrin van Schalkwyk

Executive Talent Consultant           

CA Mining

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