Contract Manager

National Initiative Human Resource Company; معهد تدريب المديرية العامة للسجون بالمنطقة الشرقية; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading human resources provider in Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia, seeks an experienced Contract Manager to oversee contract administration for construction projects. The ideal candidate will have 10–15 years of experience in contract management, strong knowledge of contractual law, and fluency in Arabic and English. This role involves drafting and managing contracts, training stakeholders, and coordinating with legal teams to mitigate risks.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of relevant experience in contract management within construction.
• Strong knowledge of contractual law, project costing, and insurance.
• Fluent in Arabic and English.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the end-to-end administration of contracts for projects.
• Draft, evaluate, negotiate, and execute contracts.
• Act as the primary point of contact for contract-related matters.
• Provide training on contractual practices to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with legal advisors to manage project risks.

Skills

Contract management

Stakeholder communication

Conflict resolution

Risk management

Legal compliance

Education

Bachelor’s in Engineering (Civil preferred)

Certifications in Contracts or Law

Tools

MS Office

Primavera

Job description

On behalf of our client, we are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Contract Manager to join their dynamic team. This role is vital in ensuring all construction-related contracts are effectively administered, aligned with company standards, and compliant with all relevant legal and commercial frameworks.

Job Purpose:

To oversee the end-to-end administration of contracts for both Special and Regular projects, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, milestones, insurance, guarantees, and all related legalities.

Key Responsibilities:

Contract Evaluation & Administration

• Draft, evaluate, negotiate, and execute a wide variety of contracts including sales, purchasing, consulting, and subcontracts.
• Ensure all contracts meet legal and commercial standards, including non-disclosure agreements and consortium arrangements.

Stakeholder Communication & Conflict Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for all contract-related matters.
• Advise project managers on contract clauses and assist in conflict resolution.
• Coordinate responses with contracting parties and ensure alignment on contractual terms.

Training & Compliance Oversight

• Provide training and guidance on contractual practices to internal stakeholders.
• Develop and implement standardized procedures for contract management.

Risk & Legal Coordination

• Collaborate with legal advisors and risk management teams to address project risks and disputes.
• Review claims, variations, and legal documentation to protect company interests.

Finance & Insurance Coordination

• Work closely with finance and risk departments to ensure alignment on revenue recognition and insurance requirements.
• Monitor contract performance and milestones in line with financial compliance needs.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s in Engineering (Civil preferred); certifications in Contracts or Law are a plus.
• 10–15 years of relevant experience in contract management within construction.
• Strong knowledge of contractual law, project costing, and insurance.
• Proficient in MS Office and Primavera.
• Fluent in Arabic and English.