Commercial & Contract Manager || Job Code: KSA-26-BM-02

Ashoka Buildcon; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashoka Buildcon Riyadh seeks an experienced Commercial & Contract Manager to oversee commercial and contractual aspects of projects in KSA, including contract administration, claims, variation orders, and procurement strategy. The role requires leadership in client and subcontractor negotiations and safeguarding commercial interests.

Ideal candidates bring deep knowledge of FIDIC/NEC forms, GCC contracting, andSaudi procurement laws, with a strong track record on large infrastructure programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, civil engineering, or related field.
• MRICS/FRICS or CIOB membership preferred.
• Diploma in Contract Administration or equivalent qualification is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full commercial lifecycle of projects from pre-tender to final account.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and administer contracts.
• Prepare and submit variation orders, claims, and extension of time (EOT) claims.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, and cash flow forecasts and advise management.
• Oversee procurement strategies and evaluate subcontractor bids.
• Coordinate with the legal team on dispute resolution and risk.
• Liaise with project managers, QS teams, and clients to meet milestones.
• Review and certify interim and final payment applications from subcontractors.
• Prepare monthly commercial reports for senior management.

Skills

FIDIC/NEC knowledge

Claims preparation

Negotiation

Saudi construction law

Education

Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying or Civil Engineering

MRICS/FRICS or CIOB preferred

Diploma in Contract Administration

Tools

MS Office (Excel/Word)

Job description

Commercial & Contract Manager || Job Code: KSA-26-BM-02

• Experience : Minimum 15 Years (Gulf/GCC Experience Required)
• Locations : Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
• Qualification : Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, Civil Engineering, or related field. Membership of RICS (MRICS/FRICS) or CIOB is highly preferred. Diploma in Contract Administration or equivalent professional qualification is an advantage.

We are hiring experienced Commercial & Contract Manager for Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Projects.

Location : Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Department : Commercial / Contracts

Industry : Construction-Infrastructure-Buildings-Roads & Bridges

Employment Type : Full-Time

ROLE SUMMARY

The Commercial & Contract Manager will be responsible for managing all commercial and contractual aspects of ABL-KSA's projects, including contract administration, claims management, order variation, procurement strategy, and client/subcontractor negotiations. This role is pivotal in protecting the company's commercial interests across ongoing and pipeline projects in KSA.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the full commercial lifecycle of projects from pre-tender to final account settlement.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and administer contracts.
• Prepare and submit variation orders, claims, and extension of time (EOT) claims.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, and cash flow forecasts and advise management accordingly.
• Oversee procurement strategies and evaluate subcontractor and supplier bids.
• Manage subcontract agreements, back-to-back provisions, and interim payment applications.
• Coordinate with the legal team on dispute resolution, arbitration, and commercial risk.
• Liaise with project managers, QS teams, and clients to ensure commercial milestones are achieved.
• Review and certify interim and final payment applications from subcontractors.
• Prepare monthly commercial reports and presentations for senior management.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi procurement laws, Aramco, and Royal Commission contract requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Membership of RICS (MRICS/FRICS) or CIOB is highly preferred.
• Diploma in Contract Administration or equivalent professional qualification is an advantage.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Expert knowledge of FIDIC (Red, Yellow, Silver Books) and NEC contract forms.
• Strong experience in claims preparation and dispute resolution in GCC.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Solid understanding of Saudi construction law and local contract requirements.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word. ADDITIONAL

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 15 years in commercial/contracts management with at least 5 years in GCC/KSA.
• Demonstrable experience on major construction projects (value SAR 100M+) in Saudi Arabia.
• Experience with NEOM, Royal Commission, ROSHN, DIRIYAH or Saudi Aramco contracts is a strong advantage.