Contracts Engineer (Saudi)

Mohammad Al Habib Real Estate Co. | شركة محمد الحبيب العقارية; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Mohammad Al-Habib Real Estate Investment Company seeks a Contract Engineer to manage contracts for construction projects, ensuring compliance with terms and mitigating risks. You will provide commercial and contractual support to project teams, and coordinate with managers, engineers, and finance for alignment of commercial matters.

The role demands reviewing contracts, handling claims, EOTs, and maintaining documentation to safeguard company interests and support project success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil, architecture, mechanical, or electrical engineering.
• 8+ years of proven experience as a Contract Engineer or in a contracts/commercial role in construction.
• Knowledge of contract law, FIDIC contracts or equivalent, and project management.
• Experience in contract administration for large-scale construction projects.
• Strong English communication; Arabic is an advantage.
• Proficiency in MS Office and contract management software/tools.
• Attention to detail and confidentiality in contract review.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and administer contracts, subcontracts, and related documentation.
• Analyze terms to identify risks, obligations, and opportunities.
• Assist in drafting tender documents, bids, and contract agreements.
• Support in contract negotiations with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with requirements, timelines, and cost control.
• Monitor performance, variations, claims, and disputes.
• Prepare and review claims, EOTs, and other contractual correspondences.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and finance teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Architecture/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Contract management software

Job description

Posting this for Mohammed Alhabib Company's subsidiary Asalah Residence Company

Mohammad Al-Habib Real Estate Investment Company is a family-owned and privately held company that expresses legacy and noble lineage. Al-Habib company was founded in 1972 and specializes in real estate investments, developments, master plans, scouting land for urban projects, managing construction details with contractors, and designing commercial and residential communities that add value to the surrounding environment and people.

Joining Al Habib Company provides flexibility and freedom to set your own pace. Your income will directly reflect your efforts, with no limits on what your hard-working can earn. To be a successful candidate for our company, you need to be goal-oriented, persevering, self-motivated, ambitious, and people-oriented. The rewards of being one of our team members are the potential for high earnings, status in the community, autonomy, time freedom, helping people, intellectual challenge, and satisfaction from those accomplishments.

Job Brief:

The Contract Engineer will be responsible for managing, reviewing, and administering contracts related to construction projects. The role ensures compliance with contractual terms, provides commercial and contractual support to project teams, and mitigates risks to safeguard the company's interests.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, review, and administer contracts, subcontracts, and related documentation in line with company policies and project requirements.
• Analyze contract terms and conditions to identify risks, obligations, and opportunities.
• Assist in drafting tender documents, bids, proposals, and contract agreements.
• Provide support in contract negotiations with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, project timelines, and cost control measures.
• Monitor contract performance, variations, claims, and potential disputes.
• Prepare and review claims, extensions of time (EOT), and other contractual correspondences.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and finance teams to ensure alignment of contractual and commercial matters.
• Maintain proper records of all contract-related documents, correspondences, and reports.
• Support the management in dispute resolution and settlement of claims.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in civil, Architecture, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering (mandatory).
• Minimum 8 years of proven experience as a Contract Engineer or in a similar contracts/commercial role within the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of contract law, construction contracts (FIDIC or equivalent), and project management principles.
• Experience in contract administration for large-scale construction projects.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and contract management software/tools.
• Strong command of written and spoken English (Arabic is an advantage).
• Attention to detail and accuracy in contract review.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Problem-solving and risk management abilities.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professional integrity and confidentiality.