Assistant Contracts Manager - Infrastructure Projects

Parsons; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 245,520 - 334,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth in contract management

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams

Work on major infrastructure programs

Job summary

Parsons is seeking an Assistant Contracts Manager for infrastructure projects in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position involves monitoring contract compliance, coordinating site teams, and managing contractual correspondence.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least 10 years of experience in commercial roles within construction. Strong communication skills and understanding of contract administration are essential to succeed in this role.

Join us and contribute to major infrastructure projects while enjoying career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in contract or commercial roles within the construction industry.
• Experience working on infrastructure projects and large-scale developments.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies and contract administration.
• Knowledge of FIDIC and other standard contract forms.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Membership with professional bodies such as RICS is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Monitor contractor and consultant compliance with contract terms and project progress.
• Coordinate with site teams to ensure adherence to contractual and operational requirements.
• Review and manage contractual correspondence between project stakeholders.
• Maintain trackers for securities, early warnings, variations, and claims.
• Assess contractual implications of site decisions and recommend appropriate actions.
• Evaluate entitlement related to variations and claims and support resolution processes.
• Review tender documents and assess technical and financial proposals.
• Ensure contract changes are managed in line with contractual provisions.
• Support performance reviews of contractors and consultants.
• Advise on compliance with procurement regulations and contract requirements.
• Liaise with cost management teams for change order management and valuation agreements.
• Manage directives, variations, and final account processes.
• Coordinate negotiations and agreements with contractors and clients.
• Support reporting on contractual risks and project performance.

Skills

Contract management and administration expertise

Claims and variation management skills

Cost control and commercial analysis capabilities

Tender evaluation and procurement knowledge

Risk assessment and mitigation strategies

Strong reporting and documentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or Architecture

Job description

Overview

Assistant Contracts Manager – Infrastructure Projects. Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Engineering industry. Full-time position.

Job Details

• Salary: 22,000–30,000 SAR (estimated)
• Experience: 10 years
• Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
• Function: Construction
• Industry: Engineering
• Gender: Any
• Nationality: Any
• Job Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor contractor and consultant compliance with contract terms and project progress.
• Coordinate with site teams to ensure adherence to contractual and operational requirements.
• Review and manage contractual correspondence between project stakeholders.
• Maintain trackers for securities, early warnings, variations, and claims.
• Assess contractual implications of site decisions and recommend appropriate actions.
• Evaluate entitlement related to variations and claims and support resolution processes.
• Review tender documents and assess technical and financial proposals.
• Ensure contract changes are managed in line with contractual provisions.
• Support performance reviews of contractors and consultants.
• Advise on compliance with procurement regulations and contract requirements.
• Liaise with cost management teams for change order management and valuation agreements.
• Manage directives, variations, and final account processes.
• Coordinate negotiations and agreements with contractors and clients.
• Support reporting on contractual risks and project performance.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or Architecture.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in contract or commercial roles within the construction industry.
• Experience working on infrastructure projects and large‑scale developments.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies and contract administration.
• Knowledge of FIDIC and other standard contract forms.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Membership with professional bodies such as RICS is an advantage.

Skills Set

• Contract management and administration expertise.
• Claims and variation management skills.
• Cost control and commercial analysis capabilities.
• Tender evaluation and procurement knowledge.
• Risk assessment and mitigation strategies.
• Strong reporting and documentation skills.

Why Join Us

• Work on major infrastructure programs in Saudi Arabia.
• Opportunity to contribute to complex contract and commercial operations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams within a global organization.
• Career growth in contract management and commercial leadership roles.