Job Description:
The Commercial Manager for Zone Development will play a pivotal role in ensuring robust financial and commercial governance across ongoing and new development projects. This position involves ownership of budgeting, forecasting, cost analysis, inventory tracking, contractor valuations and cost allocation processes. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of construction costing, strong analytical capabilities, and experience working in a multi-project environment. 
Key Responsibilities:
Budgeting & Forecasting
•	Prepare annual budgets and project-specific financial plans in alignment with overall company goals.
•	Develop rolling forecasts reflecting changes in project scope, timelines, and costs.
•	Work closely with project, engineering, and finance teams to align budget assumptions with operational realities.

Cost Tracking & Analysis
•	Monitor actual expenditures against budgeted amounts on a real-time basis.
•	Conduct deep-dive analysis of general ledgers to ensure expenses are booked under the correct heads 
•	Prepare variance analysis reports and identify key cost drivers and risk areas.

Cost Allocation & Internal Consumption
•	Establish and maintain processes for the proper allocation of costs such as:
o	Labor (including shared workforce)
o	Store-issued materials
o	Equipment usage (internal and rented)
o	Captive consumption of materials from in-house production yards (e.g., concrete, blockwork, paving)
•	Ensure internal consumption is recorded, valued, and reflected in project cost reports accurately.

Inventory & Store 
•	Oversee tracking and accounting of store inventories and material issuance.
•	Engage with engineers in quarterly store inventory planning
•	Ensure proper documentation and valuation of stock items and timely consumption updates.
•	Implement internal controls to prevent loss, misuse, or inefficiencies related to inventory.

Reporting & Commercial Insights
•	Submit timely and accurate commercial reports to DGM Commercial and other senior stakeholders.
•	Provide recommendations based on financial data to support decision-making and improve project profitability.
•	Prepare and analyse monthly spends of Zone maintenance expenses

Zone Maintenance - Expenditure Tracking 
•	Monitor and control R&M expenses across different sites to ensure alignment with approved budgets.
•	Identify overspending or underutilization in budget lines.
•	Work with operations teams to prepare accurate R&M forecasts.

Process Improvement & Governance
•	Develop and implement standardized procedures for cost control, budget monitoring, and inventory tracking.
•	Drive continuous improvement in commercial processes and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy.