Contracts Manager

Job Description :

The Contracts Manager for all services contracts (PMC, Design, Construction Supervision, etc..) will oversee all contract-related activities on projects, ensuring contractual and legal procedures compliance. The role involves negotiating contracts, managing risks, and ensuring that projects goals are met through effective contract administration.

Key Responsibilities :

• Oversee contract administration for all contracts, ensuring adherence to contractual and legal standards and company policies.
• Negotiate terms, conditions, and scope of contracts with clients, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Manage contract variations, claims, and dispute resolutions in collaboration with the team.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of contract progress and adherence to project timelines.
• Monitor performance and ensure contractual obligations are met.
• Handle risk management by identifying and mitigating potential contractual risks.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of all contracts, amendments, and correspondence.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Master’s Degree in Construction Management or Construction Law is an advantage.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in contract management within the construction industry.
• FIDIC Certified Contract Manager
• Experience in managing contracts under FIDIC, Government Tenders and Procurement Law in KSA, and similar standard forms.
• Strong understanding of contracts processes and legal frameworks.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple contracts and work under pressure.
• Experience in negotiating, writing, and interpreting terms, conditions, and requirements of contractual agreements
• Experience in evaluating and settling claims, and managing disputes
• Exposure to global best practices and trends in the Architecture, Engineering and Planning Industry, in particular related to contracts
• Significant industry experience within the Middle East

Skills :

• Knowledge of local construction laws and regulations (FIDIC, Government Tenders and Procurement Law in KSA).
• Experience in managing complex, large-scale projects.
• Proficiency in contract management software and project management tools.
• Knowledge of risk management strategies
• Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of stakeholders, including senior management, clients and various departments
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
• Proficiency in spoken and written English and Arabic