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Hill International

<div><p>The Contracts Management Department Manager &ndash; Central is responsible for establishing and leading the contracts management function, ensuring all contracts are administered in full compliance with client requirements, PMM procedures, and Saudi procurement regulations across the program. The role oversees the entire contract lifecycle, including performance, payments, change management, claims, and close-out, while supporting bid evaluations, contract formation, and maintaining approved contractor and supplier frameworks. With extensive experience, the position also focuses on team leadership, capability development, and knowledge transfer, while providing strategic oversight on contract risks, negotiations, and dispute resolution to ensure effective and consistent project delivery.</p></div>
<br><div><ul><li>Developing and getting ratified department operating structure and department operating processes and procedures based on the PMM processes and procedures.
</li><li>Ensuring Functional compliance for awarded contracts in the areas of:
<ul><li>Performance
</li><li>Guarantees
</li><li>Invoicing and payment
</li><li>Change management
</li><li>Claims
</li><li>Preliminary and final handover
</li><li>Defects and warranty
</li><li>Close-out
</li></ul></li><li>Maintaining functional responsibility for contract administrators assigned to Clusters and Business units.
</li><li>Assessing the capability of the Client&rsquo;s existing contracts staff and recommending appropriate roles and responsibilities.
</li><li>Prepare the Contracts Management Section knowledge transfer program, which includes comprehensive on-the-job learning.
</li><li>Review change requests and claims and recommend them for approval.
</li><li>Supporting other departments with contracts formation and management services (i.e. templates for consultants&rsquo; services contracts, General Engineering Services contracts, etc.).
</li><li>NWC&rsquo;s consolidated list of approved contractors, consultants and suppliers.
</li><li>Support NWC in reviewing the commercial part of the bid packages.
</li><li>Monitor the adherence of contracts to the government and client&rsquo;s contractual and procurement regulations.
</li><li>Ensure proper implementation of project close-out processes and procedures according to PMM.
</li><li>Review project suspension and withdrawal requests and recommend for approval.
</li><li>Informs themselves of the relevant quality, environmental, safety, and occupational health policies, as well as manuals and procedures within Hill International, and ensures continued compliance with these requirements while employed by Hill.
</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned by the line manager/supervisor.</li></ul></div>
<br><div><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s in engineering from an accredited university.
</li><li>Minimum 20 years&rsquo; experience in contract management, including overall responsibility for contract management on large-scale projects.
</li><li>Experience with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia procurement law.
</li><li>Direct experience in managing workload distribution, execution of work and personnel management. Formation and administration of (sub) contracts: pre-qualification, compilation of bid requests, receipt of bids, bid evaluation, award, monitoring contractor performance, back charges, resolution of claims and disputes. Technical and administrative knowledge of engineering/construction industry contracting practices, government and commercial procurement regulations and practices, policies, procedures and work practices.
</li><li>Demonstrated experience in pricing, contract law, contract drafting, administration and negotiation of change orders, effective correspondence, planning and scheduling.
</li><li>Thorough knowledge of prime contracts management administration as well as (sub) contract formation and administration, execution office and field procedures and documents relating to a multi-discipline construction project.
</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Arabic and English.
</li><li>Preferable Experience of working in KSA.</li></ul></div>

Contracts Management Department Manager (Central)

<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>The Contracts Management Department Manager &ndash; HQ is responsible for establishing and leading the centralized contracts management function, ensuring all contracts across clusters and business units comply with client requirements, PMM procedures, and Saudi procurement regulations. The role oversees the full contract lifecycle&mdash;including performance, payments, change management, claims, and close-out&mdash;while supporting bid evaluations, contract formation, and maintaining approved vendor lists. With extensive experience, the position also focuses on team leadership, capability development, and knowledge transfer, while providing strategic oversight on contract risks, negotiations, and dispute resolution to ensure consistent and effective project delivery across the organization.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
<br><div><p>General Description of Role and Responsibilities:
</p><ul><li>Developing and getting ratified department operating structure and department operating processes and procedures based on the PMM processes and procedures.
</li><li>Ensuring Functional compliance for awarded contracts in the areas of:
<ul><li>Performance
</li><li>Guarantees
</li><li>Invoicing and payment
</li><li>Change management
</li><li>Claims
</li><li>Preliminary and final handover
</li><li>Defects and warranty
</li><li>Close-out
</li></ul></li><li>Maintaining functional responsibility for contract administrators assigned to Clusters and Business units.
</li><li>Assessing the capability of the Client&rsquo;s existing contracts staff and recommending appropriate roles and responsibilities.
</li><li>Prepare the Contracts Management Section knowledge transfer program, which includes comprehensive on-the-job learning.
</li><li>Review change requests and claims and recommend them for approval.
</li><li>Supporting other departments with contracts formation and management services (i.e. templates for consultants&rsquo; services contracts, General Engineering Services contracts, etc.).
</li><li>NWC&rsquo;s consolidated list of approved contractors, consultants and suppliers.
</li><li>Support NWC in reviewing the commercial part of the bid packages.
</li><li>Monitor the adherence of contracts to the government and client&rsquo;s contractual and procurement regulations.
</li><li>Ensure proper implementation of project close-out processes and procedures according to PMM.
</li><li>Review project suspension and withdrawal requests and recommend for approval.
</li><li>Informs themselves of the relevant quality, environmental, safety, and occupational health policies, as well as manuals and procedures within Hill International, and ensures continued compliance with these requirements while employed by Hill.
</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned by the line manager/supervisor.</li></ul></div>
<br><div><p>Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills:
</p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s in engineering from an accredited university.
</li><li>Minimum 20 years&rsquo; experience in contract management, including overall responsibility for contract management on large-scale projects.
</li><li>Experience with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia procurement law.
</li><li>Direct experience in managing workload distribution, execution of work and personnel management. Formation and administration of (sub) contracts: pre-qualification, compilation of bid requests, receipt of bids, bid evaluation, award, monitoring contractor performance, back charges, resolution of claims and disputes. Technical and administrative knowledge of engineering/construction industry contracting practices, government and commercial procurement regulations and practices, policies, procedures and work practices.
</li><li>Demonstrated experience in pricing, contract law, contract drafting, administration and negotiation of change orders, effective correspondence, planning and scheduling.
</li><li>Thorough knowledge of prime contracts management administration as well as (sub) contract formation and administration, execution office and field procedures and documents relating to a multi-discipline construction project.
</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Arabic and English.
</li><li>Preferable Experience of working in KSA.</li></ul></div>

Contracts Management Department Manager (HQ)

Saudi Pan Kingdom Company - SAPAC

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    Contracts Manager
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  Will be responsible for overseeing the development, negotiation, and management of contracts related to road construction and infrastructure projects. This role ensures that all contracts are executed efficiently and in compliance with legal and regulatory standards. The Contracts Manager will work closely with project managers, engineers, and external stakeholders to mitigate risks and ensure successful project delivery.
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   Key Responsibilities:
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   Develop and draft contracts, agreements, and other legal documents related to roads and infrastructure projects.
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   Negotiate terms and conditions with contractors, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure favorable terms for the organization.
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   Identify potential risks associated with contracts and take proactive measures to mitigate them.
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   Conduct risk assessments and provide recommendations to senior management.
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   Ensure that all contractual obligations are met and that the project adheres to legal and regulatory requirements.
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   Maintain strong relationships with external partners, including contractors, suppliers, and regulatory bodies.
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   Ensure all contract-related documentation is filed and archived in accordance with organizational policies.
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   Qualifications:
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  Bachelor Degree in civil Engineering
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   15+ years&rsquo; experience as contracts Manager with Governmental Purchasing GTPL and
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    FIDIC Contracts
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Commercial Contracts Manager

Qiddiya Investment Company

<div><p>The Senior Director of Transaction and Contract Management is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end commercial, transactional, and contractual frameworks that underpin the transport business unit&rsquo;s projects and strategic partnerships. This role ensures that all transactions and contracts are collaboratively structured, negotiated, executed, and managed in alignment with the organization&rsquo;s strategic, financial, and operational objectives&mdash;supporting the delivery of sustainable, customer excellence, driven, efficient, and high-quality transport services within a rapidly developing urban environment.</p><p><b>
Key Responsibilities</b></p><p><b>
1. Transaction Management</b></p><ul><li>
Lead the development and collaborative execution of major commercial transactions, including Public-Private Partnerships (PPP), joint ventures, concessions, and other procurement models across a multi mode ecosystem.</li><li>
Drive transaction strategy and financial modeling to ensure alignment with business plans and funding frameworks.</li><li>
Lead and collaborate with due diligence, stakeholder engagement, and approval processes for large-scale transport infrastructure and service project delivery, setting the standard for the business unit and the adoption by modal project.</li><li>
Oversee coordination with legal, financial, and technical advisors throughout transaction lifecycles.</li></ul><p><b>
2. Contract Management</b></p><ul><li>
Establish and maintain robust contract management systems and governance frameworks for the TBU .</li><li>
Oversee contract negotiation, execution, monitoring, and dispute resolution processes.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, performance metrics, and risk management standards in the service delivery of each mode.</li><li>
Drive consistency and transparency across contract documentation and performance evaluation.</li></ul><p><b>
3. Strategic Leadership</b></p><ul><li>
Provide senior leadership to the Transaction and Contract Management function fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration.</li><li>
Align transaction and contract strategies with the wider transport business unit&rsquo;s vision and strategic objectives, aligning these to the city value propositions and objectives.</li><li>
Build and maintain strong relationships with government entities, investors, operators, and other key stakeholders.</li></ul><p><b>
4. Financial and Risk Oversight</b></p><ul><li>
Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial, financial, and contractual risks across projects.</li><li>
Oversee cost control, revenue assurance, and value-for-money analyses for all transactions.</li><li>
Support long-term financial sustainability of the transport business unit through optimized deal structures and contract lifecycle management.</li></ul><p><b>
5. Governance and Compliance</b></p><ul><li>
Ensure adherence to organizational policies, national regulations, and international best practices in procurement, contracts, and transactions.</li><li>
Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance transparency, efficiency, and accountability within the function.</li></ul><p></p><p>
Applications closing on 22nd April 2026.</p><b><br>
Requirements</b><p><b><br>
Skills &amp; Competencies</b></p><ul><li>
Strategic commercial and financial acumen.</li><li>
Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>
Leadership and people management.</li><li>
Governance, compliance, and risk management expertise.</li><li>
Excellent communication and presentation skills.</li><li>
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-evolving and multicultural environment.</li></ul><p></p><p>
<b>Qualifications &amp; Experience</b></p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in business, Finance, Law, Engineering, or a related field; master&rsquo;s degree preferred.</li><li>
Minimum of 15 years&rsquo; experience in transaction management, contract administration, or commercial management within large-scale infrastructure or transportation sectors.</li><li>
Proven track record of leading multi-billion-riyal (or equivalent) deals and complex contractual frameworks.</li><li>
Strong understanding of PPP frameworks, investment modeling, and risk allocation in public infrastructure projects.</li><li>
Experience working in developing or emerging city environments, ideally within government or quasi-government entities.</li></ul></div>

Senior Director - Commercial - 20004722 CDU8

<div><p>The Director - Ride &amp; Show Engineering - Asset Management is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, safety, and operational readiness of ride and show engineering assets within Qiddiya&rsquo;s Parks and Attractions. This leadership role ensures that all mechanical and technical systems meet the highest standards of safety, reliability, and guest experience while aligning with Qiddiya&rsquo;s strategic objectives and regulatory requirements.</p>
Key Responsibilities<ul><li>
Develop and implement asset management strategies for ride and show engineering assets to optimize performance and lifecycle management.</li><li>
Lead and coordinate preventive maintenance programs, inspections, and corrective maintenance activities to uphold safety and operational excellence.</li><li>
Collaborate with operations, engineering, and external vendors to ensure seamless asset handover, acceptance testing, and commissioning of new ride and show equipment.</li><li>
Establish engineering standards, protocols, and best practices specific to rides and show systems, consistent with international and Qiddiya standards.</li><li>
Oversee risk assessments and manage mitigation plans related to ride and show asset operations and maintenance.</li><li>
Manage budgets, schedules, and resources related to asset management activities within the ride and show engineering domain.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with local regulations, industry standards, and Qiddiya policies regarding safety and operational performance.</li><li>
Provide leadership, mentorship, and development opportunities for team members within the ride and show engineering asset management group.</li><li>
Participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives to enhance asset management processes and overall park performance.</li></ul><br>
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Requirements</b><br>
<br>
Qualifications and Experience<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline; Master&rsquo;s degree preferred.</li><li>
Minimum 12 years of experience in ride, theme park, or attraction engineering and asset management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role, ideally with prior experience working in the capacity of technical services / rides maintenance</li><li>
Strong knowledge of ride system mechanics, show control technologies, safety standards, and asset lifecycle management.</li><li>
Proven experience managing large technical teams and multi-disciplinary projects.</li><li>
Familiarity with international safety standards (e.g., ASTM, EN, ISO) and local regulatory requirements.</li><li>
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to implement asset management strategies that improve reliability and reduce operational risk.</li><li>
Fluency in English; proficiency in Arabic is a plus.</li></ul><br>
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Benefits</b><p><br>
Attractive benefits package</p></div>

Director - Ride & Show Engineering - Asset Management - 20005482 CDU8

<div><p>The Program Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing large-scale infrastructure programs comprising multiple projects, ensuring successful delivery from planning through execution. The role involves coordinating with project sponsors, cross-functional teams, and project managers to define scope, resources, budgets, and timelines, while driving alignment with client objectives. The Program Manager ensures effective risk management, quality control, and compliance with design specifications, safety, and environmental standards. Additionally, the role manages stakeholder communication, oversees contracts and fiscal controls, and optimizes project sequencing to enhance delivery efficiency and minimize operational disruption.</p></div>
<br><div><ul><li>Participate in the planning and formulation of design alternatives and solutions for the construction project.
</li><li>Work closely with project sponsor, cross-functional teams, and assigned project managers to develop the scope, deliverables, required resources, work plan, budget, and timing for new initiatives.
</li><li>Manage program and project teams for optimal return on investment, and coordinate and delegate cross-project initiatives.
</li><li>Identify key requirements for cross-functional teams and external vendors.
</li><li>Develop and manage budget for projects and be accountable for delivering against established business goals/objectives.
</li><li>Work with other program managers to identify risks and opportunities across multiple projects within the department.
</li><li>Analyze, evaluate, and overcome program risks, and produce program reports for managers and stakeholders.
</li><li>Communicate with the Client&rsquo;s representatives continuously regarding Project Progress and areas of concerns.
</li><li>Develop and administer project budgets and fiscal controls, contracts, and quality control provisions.
</li><li>Direct work sequencing to expedite projects delivery and to minimize disruption of ongoing operations.
</li><li>Ensure that projects operations are in compliance with design specifications and with client requirements.
</li><li>Informs themselves of the relevant Quality, Environmental, Safety and Occupational Health Policies, Manuals and Procedures within Hill International and ensures continued compliance with these requirements while employed by Hill.
</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned by the line manager/supervisor.</li></ul></div>
<br><div><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited university.
</li><li>Minimum 20 years&rsquo; experience in managing large-scale infrastructure programs consist of multiple projects.
</li><li>Experience of major government and/or semi-government program and projects implementations.
</li><li>Extensive Experience in the construction management of water and wastewater works.
</li><li>Experience of implementing a zero-accident philosophy.
</li><li>A record of engagement with government entities / utility providers.
</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
</li><li>Experience of working internationally.</li></ul></div>

Program Manager - Saudization

AMIDEAST, Inc.

<div><p><b>COMPANY DESCRIPTION</b></p>
<p>
Amideast is an American non-profit organization established in 1951 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., with country offices and programs in the Middle East and North Africa region and beyond. Amideast provides transformational education, training, testing, and exchanges that enable individuals, companies, and international partners to better address 21st-century challenges at home and abroad. For more information, visit www.amideast.org.</p><br>
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<p><b>
POSITION DESCRIPTION</b></p>
<p>
The Government Relations Officer (GRO) is responsible for maintaining secure, efficient, and professional contractual relationships with the Saudi government while also managing basic operations of the office and providing input for other services where necessary. The GRO ensures compliance with all Saudi government regulations and procedures, maintains contracts, licenses and visas, ensuring security and confidentiality, and delivers high-quality customer service to internal and external clients.</p>
<p>
This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, technical competence, and the ability to manage both governmental and operational functions in a structured environment. This position requires Saudi Arabian citizenship.</p><br>
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<p><b>
RESPONSIBILITIES</b></p>
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GRP/PRO Activities</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Process work visas, iqama issuance, renewals, and cancellations
</li><li>Handle employee onboarding and offboarding documentation
</li><li>Manage sponsorship transfers (Naqal Kafala)
</li><li>Coordinate medical tests, insurance, and biometric requirements
</li><li>Maintain employee records in:
</li><li><ul><li>Qiwa
</li><li>Absher Business</li>
<li>Muqeem
</li></ul></li><li>Ensure compliance with Saudi Labor Law and Jawazat regulations</li><br>
</ul>
<p></p><p><b>Government and GRO Activities</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Manage Commercial Registration (CR) issuance, renewal, and amendments
</li><li>Handle company licensing and regulatory requirements with:
</li><li><ul><li>Ministry of Commerce Saudi Arabia</li>
<li>Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development</li>
<li>General Organization for Social Insurance</li>
</ul></li><li>Maintain company accounts and compliance on:
</li><li><ul><li>GOSI Online</li>
<li>Balady Platform</li>
</ul></li><li>Ensure Saudization (Nitaqat) compliance</li>
<li>Coordinate with municipalities, chambers, and regulatory authorities</li>
<li>Handle inspections, approvals, and government certifications</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Office Facilities and Building Management</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Supervise office building lease agreements and contract renewals</li>
<li>Coordinate with landlords and property management for all building-related matters
</li><li>Oversee facility maintenance and service providers, including:
</li><li><ul><li>HVAC systems (air conditioning)</li>
<li>Electrical and plumbing systems</li>
<li>Cleaning and security services</li>
</ul></li><li>Maintain records of maintenance schedules, contracts, and warranties</li>
<li>Initiate procurement activities and basic office management</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Compliance and Reporting</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Track expiry of iqamas, licenses, CR, leases, and maintenance contracts
</li><li>Ensure timely renewals to avoid penalties or service disruptions</li>
<li>Prepare periodic reports on:
</li><li><ul><li>Employee legal status</li>
<li>Government compliance</li>
<li>Facility condition and maintenance status</li>
</ul></li><li>Maintain audit-ready documentation for government and internal reviews</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Liaison and Coordination</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Act as the main point of contact for government authorities and external service providers
</li><li>Coordinate with HR, Finance, and Administration teams</li>
<li>Build strong relationships with government officials, landlords</li>
<li>Ensure timely and secure delivery of official documents to banks, government departments, and postal services</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS</b></p>
<p><b><i>
Required</i></b></p>
<ul>
<li>Saudi Arabian National citizen required</li>
<li>Diploma or Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business Administration, IT, or related field</li>
<li>Excellent Arabic and English communication skills
</li><li>Experience working with Saudi government as liaison or interlocutor</li>
<li>Strong customer service and interpersonal skills</li>
<li>High level of attention to detail and ability to follow strict procedures</li>
<li>Professional appearance and presence</li>
<li>Ability to multitask and work under pressure in a structured environment</li>
<li>Ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity in handling sensitive information</li>
</ul>
<p><b>WORK ENVIRONMENT</b></p>
<p>
The incumbent in this position will work in a professional office environment in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 5 days per week, 8 hours per day.</p>
<p>
The role involves the use of the following equipment:</p>
<ul>
<li>Computer (laptop or desktop)</li>
<li>Printer / Photocopier / Scanner</li>
<li>Telephone</li>
<li>CCTV monitoring systems</li>
<li>Biometric devices</li>
</ul>
<p>The physical demands and work environment that have been described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</p>
<p>
This position description is an overview of the major functions and requirements of this position. This document is not intended to be an exhaustive list encompassing every duty and requirement of the position; the Employee&rsquo;s Manager may assign other duties as related or as otherwise deemed appropriate and necessary within the general scope, without the need for additional compensation.</p>
<p>
Amideast is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.</p>
<p>
 Positions that involve interaction with children will be required to read, acknowledge, and comply with and attend special training in accordance with the Child Protection and Safeguarding policy. All Amideast representatives must comply with the Code of Conduct and all applicable organizational policies which include but are not limited to, Anti-Human Trafficking and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse.</p></div>

Government Relations Officer (Saudi Arabia)

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