Senior Commercial Manager (Rail/Metro)

SYSTRA is one of the world's leading engineering and consultancy groups specialising in public transport and sustainable mobility. With over 10,300 employees, SYSTRA's mission is to design safe and sustainable transport solutions to bring people together, develop social inclusion and facilitate access to employment, education and leisure throughout the world.

For 65 years, the Group has been working alongside cities and regions to contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their infrastructure and transport systems, throughout the life cycle of their projects. SYSTRA is involved from the earliest stages of design through to the testing, deployment and maintenance phases. The company provides all its services in over 80 countries worldwide and generates 74% of its turnover internationally. With its new services, SYSTRA supports its clients and partners in their digital, ecological and energy transition, in order to invent the mobility of tomorrow.

SYSTRA is seeking an exceptional Senior Commercial Manager with a passion for delivering rail projects through truly integrated client partnerships with a key client based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

About the Role:

You will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing commercial strategies alongside the client, overseeing all aspects of cost, contracts, procurement, and risk management for major rail initiatives. This strategic position is ideal for a seasoned professional with 20+ years of international experience —including significant Middle East assignments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive commercial and contract management at the program level within an integrated PMC/client environment
• Oversee procurement, contract negotiated settlements, claims management, and dispute resolution
• Provide proactive advice and solutions to the client on risk, cost control, and commercial best practices
• Collaborate with client representatives, contractors, and all project stakeholders to deliver aligned outcomes
• Mentor and develop commercial teams, championing knowledge sharing and high performance

Profile/Skills

• Minimum 20 years' senior-level experience in commercial management for large-scale rail or infrastructure projects
• Extensive track record on major Middle East rail programmes essential; experience working in integrated PMC teams highly valued
• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or related discipline; MRICS or equivalent preferred
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts and international standards
• Superior skills in negotiation, client interface, leadership, and communication
• Fluency in English required; knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.