Dipen Shamji

As an Assistant Commercial Manager, my job is simple: make sure great projects stay commercially healthy. In reality, that means managing costs, contracts, procurement, subcontractors, and the occasional “this wasn’t in the budget” conversation. 

With experience delivering high value workplace and fit-out projects, including a flagship scheme at The Shard, I support projects from procurement through to final account, ensuring commercial objectives remain aligned with programme and client expectations. Working across multiple live projects has given me a strong understanding of both the contractual and practical challenges that come with delivering successful projects in fast paced environments.

 I enjoy balancing client requirements, project delivery, and commercial performance while working closely with project managers, site teams, and subcontractors to keep projects on track. Whether I am reviewing a subcontract package, negotiating a variation, resolving a complex change issue, or identifying commercial risks before they become problems, I focus on finding practical solutions that create value for both our clients and the business.

Successful projects are built on more than just good numbers. They require collaboration, accountability, and attention to detail. My role is to provide commercial control while supporting project teams to make informed decisions that deliver the best outcomes for everyone involved. And, of course, occasionally ask the awkward questions that nobody else wants to ask.