Contract Manager

Hill International, Inc.; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a seasoned Contract Manager to oversee the contract award process and manage large-scale projects in Riyadh. This role involves coordinating contract execution, monitoring compliance with quality and safety policies, and ensuring effective communication across various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in contract management, with a proven ability to handle negotiations and claims management. Join a team that has successfully managed projects worth over $600 billion and be part of a firm recognized for its excellence in project management services.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in contract management for large projects.
• Strong skills in contract drafting, bid evaluation, and dispute resolution.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the contract award process and documents.
• Monitor contract correspondence and manage claims avoidance activities.

Skills

Contract Management

Negotiation

Claims Management

Risk Management

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying

Bachelor's Degree in Law

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management

Job description

Position Title: Contract Manager

Location: Riyadh, KSA

Reporting to: Commercial Director

Company: Hill International Project Management Consultancy

Hill International provides program, project, and construction management services across various sectors for major construction projects worldwide. Our services include cost engineering, estimating, quality assurance, inspection, scheduling, risk management, and claims avoidance.

We are the 4th largest project and construction management firm in the U.S., as featured in Building Design + Construction magazine. We are also ranked the 6th largest overall U.S. construction management firm by Engineering News-Record magazine. Our team has participated in over 10,000 project assignments with a total construction value exceeding $600 billion. For more information, visit our website at www.hillintl.com.

Role and Responsibilities:

1. Manage and coordinate the contract award process.
2. Develop contract documents, including tender documents.
3. Manage the owner approval process.
4. Monitor contract correspondence.
5. Manage claims avoidance activities.
6. Coordinate contract execution.
7. Maintain contract documents.
8. Process contractor documents.
9. Administer project schedules.
10. Manage contract changes.
11. Oversee risk management activities.
12. Assist the Project Controls Manager with project reporting.
13. Ensure compliance with Hill International's Quality, Environmental, Safety, and Occupational Health policies, manuals, and procedures.
14. Perform other duties as assigned by the line manager or supervisor.

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge, and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Quantity Surveying, Law, Engineering, Construction Management, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent from an accredited university.
• At least 15 years of experience in contract management, including responsibility for managing large projects and supervising various types of contracts across all project stages.
• Experience in managing pressure distribution, contract drafting, bid evaluation, award processes, contractor performance monitoring, claims, and dispute resolution.
• Technical and administrative knowledge of engineering/construction contracting practices, government procurement, and commercial policies.
• Proven ability in pricing, contract drafting, negotiations, and managing major contracts and subcontracts.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Preferably, experience working on a global scale, especially in the Middle East or Saudi Arabia.