Commercial Supervisor

About the Role Guildhall is running a search for a large international construction contractor delivering major infrastructure projects for government and institutional clients worldwide. This Commercial Supervisor role sits inside the commercial team on a major live infrastructure project in Dubai. The hire reflects the project's current phase, with commercial headcount building out as work ramps up. It's a rare seat for a bilingual commercial professional to sit at the centre of a live infrastructure programme in the GCC. The role Manage subcontractor payment applications, variations, and claims on a live project. Review contracts, quotations, invoices, and other commercial documentation. Coordinate commercial matters across project, procurement, finance, and construction teams. Communicate independently in English and a second language relevant to the client base with clients, consultants, and subcontractors. Prepare commercial reports and correspondence supporting project delivery. Why apply through Guildhall Boutique executive search firm in Dubai, established 2010. 8x independent industry awards since 2020. 4.9-star Google rating from 250+ reviews. Confidential, candidate-first process with direct access to the consultant running the search. Hiring a Commercial Supervisor in Dubai A Commercial Supervisor on a main contractor's infrastructure project in Dubai typically reports to a senior commercial officer and owns subcontractor payment applications, variations, and contract documentation across live packages. Demand for bilingual commercial professionals is rising as international contractors mobilise teams for major GCC infrastructure programmes. It is typically a hands-on, document-heavy role suited to professionals early-to-mid career who want direct exposure to main-contractor commercial operations at scale. Common questions

Desired Candidate Profile

Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field. Circa 3 7 years' hands-on commercial or QS experience in construction or infrastructure. Fluent in a second language relevant to the project's international client base is an advantage. Direct experience managing subcontractor payments, variations, and contract documentation. UAE or Middle East project experience preferred. Experience with a major contractor on large-scale construction projects is an advantage.