Contract Director

Zahran Facilities Management; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced Contract Manager to oversee contract preparation and management. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience, strong negotiation skills, and knowledge of procurement regulations. This role involves liaising with various departments to ensure compliance and maximize contract value. Join a team that values innovation and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in managing subcontracting, procurement, or commercial contracts.
• Strong knowledge of government procurement systems and compliance.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and manage all types of contracts.
• Lead negotiation processes to ensure fair terms.
• Monitor contract obligations and coordinate with various departments.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Law

Engineering qualification

Tools

Contract Management Systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Zahran Facilities Management is the Kingdom's leading facilities management company, with over 40 years of experience and a workforce of more than 30,000. We deliver integrated hard and soft facilities management (FM) services using advanced technologies to support Vision 2030. We value our people and invest in evaluating and developing employee performance to ensure continued growth and excellence.

Our Mission:

We provide reliable, high-quality facilities management services that fulfill client expectations and contribute to operational excellence.

Our Vision:

To lead innovative, sustainable, and technology-driven facilities management across the Kingdom.

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Job Purpose

To lead the preparation, organization, and management of contracts, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, mitigating risks, and achieving the organization's objectives. The role also involves coordinating with internal departments and external entities to ensure the effective execution and maximization of contract value.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and manage all types of contracts.
• Lead negotiation processes to ensure fair terms and minimize contractual risks.
• Ensure that contracts comply with laws, internal policies, and client requirements.
• Monitor the implementation and fulfillment of contract obligations on schedule.
• Coordinate with legal, procurement, finance, and operations departments to align contract strategies with business goals.
• Manage the contracts database, including renewals, amendments, and closures as needed.
• Provide senior management with expert advice on contractual risks, rights, and obligations.
• Prepare and submit periodic, comprehensive reports on contract status, challenges, and areas for improvement.
• Support the development and improvement of internal contract management procedures and propose governance mechanisms.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in managing subcontracting, procurement, or commercial contracts.
• Strong knowledge of government procurement systems, contracting regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Law, or a related field.
• An engineering qualification is preferred due to the technical nature of many contracts.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in contract management systems and Microsoft Office tools.