Contracts Manager

WSP in the Middle East; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a highly experienced Contracts Manager to join its Transport and Infrastructure business unit in Jeddah. The successful candidate will manage contractual, commercial, and claims matters across various infrastructure projects. This role demands significant experience in contract administration, claims management, and negotiation skills, with a focus on large-scale projects. Competitive pay and benefits are offered, along with a supportive work environment that values diverse backgrounds.

Benefits

First class medical cover

Paid professional subscriptions

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of professional experience, preferably on large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC-based contracts and construction contract administration.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer and manage construction contracts in accordance with applicable conditions.
• Manage contractor claims, variations, and compensation events.
• Review contractor interim payment applications and certify payments.

Skills

Contract administration

Claims management

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related discipline

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced Contracts Manager to join our Transport and Infrastructure business unit in Jeddah. This role will be based on a major infrastructure construction supervision project and will involve managing contractual, commercial, and claims-related matters across a broad range of infrastructure works, including roads, utilities, water networks, landscaping, and street lighting.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in safeguarding the Client’s commercial interests, ensuring contractual compliance, and supporting the successful delivery of the project in accordance with contract terms.

Responsibilities

Contract & Commercial Management

• Administer and manage construction contracts in accordance with the applicable conditions of contract (e.g. FIDIC or similar).
• Provide contractual advice to the project team and Client on rights, obligations, and risk exposure.
• Ensure full compliance with contract terms, conditions, and procedures throughout the construction phase.
• Lead the preparation, review, and administration of contract correspondence, notices, and formal communications.

Claims, Variations & Change Management

• Manage contractor claims, variations, extensions of time (EOTs), and compensation events.
• Assess entitlement, prepare recommendations, and support negotiations and determinations in line with the contract.
• Maintain accurate records of change management, instructions, and commercial impacts.
• Support dispute avoidance and resolution processes, including negotiations and claim settlements.

Cost Control & Payment Certification

• Review contractor interim payment applications and certify payments in coordination with the supervision team.
• Monitor project budgets, forecasts, and cash flow to ensure financial control.
• Advise on cost implications arising from design changes, site conditions, or construction methodologies.

Construction Supervision Support

• Work closely with resident engineers, discipline leads, and site supervision teams to ensure contractual alignment with construction progress.
• Support the evaluation of contractor submissions, including method statements and programmes, from a contractual perspective.
• Attend progress meetings, commercial meetings, and coordination sessions with the Client and contractors.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare monthly commercial reports, claims status updates, and contract performance summaries.
• Maintain comprehensive contract records, logs, and registers in accordance with project and Client requirements.
• Ensure proper close-out of contractual and commercial matters at project completion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 18 years of professional experience, preferably on large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience working on construction supervision projects for roads, utilities, water networks, landscaping, and street lighting.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC-based contracts and construction contract administration.
• Demonstrated experience managing claims, variations, EOTs, and commercial negotiations.
• Experience working in Saudi Arabia is highly preferred.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage complex contractual issues.

As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, WSP offers standard benefits including first class medical cover, paid professional subscriptions.

Be you, be happy - we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects and maximizes the contribution individuals can bring to WSP. We recognise the benefits that people with varying backgrounds and experiences can bring. Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of gender, race, disability, age, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.

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