Contracts Director - Commercial Management

Parsons; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, seeks a Contracts Director – Commercial Management to lead contract and commercial management within a multidisciplinary PMO. The role handles complex portfolios, risks, change, claims, and cost controls across major infrastructure projects.

The incumbent will collaborate with clients, contractors, consultants, and internal teams to protect commercial interests and ensure regulatory and contractual compliance while delivering on budgets and schedules.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead contracts and commercial teams on large infrastructure projects.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Deep knowledge of contract types (FIDIC, NEC) and change management processes.
• Experience with cost control, risk mitigation, and financial reporting.
• Ability to ensure compliance with Saudi regulations and client obligations.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills for senior-level discussions.

Responsibilities

• Administer complex contracts, including FIDIC, NEC, and bespoke arrangements.
• Ensure contractual activities comply with obligations and Saudi laws.
• Provide strategic direction and leadership for contract management activities.
• Develop and implement commercial and contract management strategies.
• Provide expert advice on contract interpretation and risk mitigation.
• Ensure compliance with terms throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review change requests and manage change-control documentation.
• Lead negotiations involving significant contractual or commercial matters.
• Support dispute avoidance and resolution with accurate records.

Skills

Leadership

Contract management

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Cost control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or related field

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Contracts Director – Commercial Management

Job Snapshot: Role: Contracts Director Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Industry: Construction Function: Contracts Administration Experience: Minimum 20 years Job Type: Full Time

Position Overview: Parsons is seeking a Contracts Director in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to provide strategic leadership for contract and commercial management within a multidisciplinary PMO environment supporting major infrastructure development. The role will manage complex contract portfolios, commercial risks, change management, claims, cost controls, negotiations, and contractual compliance across large-scale construction projects. The Contracts Director will work closely with the Client, contractors, consultants, suppliers, and internal project teams to protect commercial interests, maintain contractual compliance, manage financial exposure, and support delivery against approved budgets and schedules. The position requires extensive experience across construction sectors and the ability to operate effectively within complex Design-Build environments.

Job Details: Country: Saudi Arabia City: Riyadh Industry: Construction Function: Contracts Administration Salary: Not disclosed Gender: No Preference Candidate Nationality: Not specified Job Type: Full Time Work Arrangement: On-site

Contract Management Responsibilities

• Administer complex contracts, including FIDIC, NEC, and bespoke contractual arrangements.
• Ensure contractual activities comply with agreed obligations and applicable Saudi Arabian laws.
• Provide strategic direction and leadership for contract management activities.
• Develop and implement commercial and contract management strategies aligned with project objectives.
• Provide expert advice on contract interpretation and contractual risk mitigation.
• Ensure compliance with contractual terms and conditions throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review Contractor and Client change requests and manage the associated change-control documentation.
• Progress relevant change documentation through the required processes to finalization of Engineer 's Instructions and Variation Orders.
• Lead assessment, negotiation, and resolution of significant variations and change orders.
• Manage contractual claims and support effective resolution of disputes.
• Represent the project in contractual and commercial discussions with relevant stakeholders.

Commercial and Financial Management

• Monitor project costs and implement cost-control measures designed to prevent budget overruns.
• Prepare detailed financial reports, forecasts, and cost analyses for senior management and stakeholders.
• Identify contractual and financial risks at an early stage of the project lifecycle.
• Develop mitigation strategies to protect Parsons and Client interests.
• Identify, assess, and manage commercial risks throughout project delivery.
• Develop contingency plans for potential financial and contractual challenges.
• Support value optimization through effective commercial management and informed decision-making.
• Maintain accuracy and consistency in commercial and financial reporting.

Change, Claims and Risk Management

• Establish disciplined processes for managing changes, variations, claims, and contractual liabilities.
• Assess the commercial and contractual implications of proposed changes.
• Coordinate documentation required to support change-management decisions.
• Lead negotiations involving significant contractual or commercial matters.
• Support dispute avoidance and resolution through accurate records, contract interpretation, and timely intervention.
• Monitor emerging risks and recommend appropriate commercial responses.
• Maintain alignment between contractual requirements, project objectives, and commercial outcomes.

Stakeholder and Contractor Management

• Act as a senior commercial point of contact for the Client.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, consultants, suppliers, and other project stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to maintain alignment on contractual and commercial matters.
• Monitor supplier and contractor relationships to support effective performance.
• Participate in senior-level commercial discussions and negotiations.
• Prepare and present comprehensive commercial reports to senior management and stakeholders.
• Ensure commercial activities remain aligned with legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements.

Leadership and Team Development

• Provide leadership and direction to contracts and commercial personnel.
• Deliver training and professional guidance to enhance team capability and performance.
• Promote consistent contract administration and commercial management practices.
• Support team members in resolving complex contractual and commercial matters.
• Manage multiple priorities while maintaining appropriate attention to contractual and financial detail.

What Required Skills You 'LL Bring

• Bachelor 's degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 20 years of experience in commercial management across multiple construction sectors.
• Extensive knowledge of cost and commercial management principles.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes and contract management principles.
• Proven experience managing large-scale projects within budget and schedule requirements.
• Familiarity with local regulations, industry standards, and applicable best practices.
• Proficiency with project management software and financial tools.
• Exceptional communication and leadership capabilities.
• Ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to support effective dispute resolution.

What Desired Skills You 'LL Bring

• MRICS professional certification is preferred.
• Experience working on PMO projects is highly desirable.
• Strong strategic thinking and decision-making capabilities.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Leadership and team management expertise.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

About Parsons

Parsons brings multidisciplinary expertise to complex infrastructure, construction, and development programs. Its teams work across engineering, project management, commercial management, project controls, construction, and program delivery, supporting major projects through integrated technical and management capabilities.