Contracts Manager

WSP USA; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 224,000 - 338,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a qualified Contracts Manager in the Riyadh Region to oversee all contractual aspects of major infrastructure projects including roads, highways, bridges, and tunnels. The ideal candidate will have at least 15 years of experience in contract management within the construction sector, especially in Saudi Arabia, with a solid understanding of FIDIC-based contracts and effective negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience in contract and commercial management within the construction sector.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Saudi Arabia or GCC, specifically in road/highway/bridge/tunnel projects under a construction supervision consultancy.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC, Saudi public works contracts, and dispute resolution procedures.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams under high-pressure environments.

Responsibilities

• Administer and manage pre- and post-contract activities.
• Lead contract negotiations, reviews, and compliance checks.
• Implement contractual obligations under FIDIC or similar frameworks.
• Review and approve interim payments, variations, claims, and change orders.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, legal advisors, and project teams.
• Monitor contract performance and manage contractual correspondence.
• Prepare and maintain contract documentation and commercial reports.
• Assist in claims analysis, dispute resolution, and arbitration support.

Skills

Contract drafting

Claims preparation

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or Law

Master’s or relevant certifications such as MRICS, MCIArb, or PMP

Tools

Cost control systems

ERP tools

Project management software

Job description

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Contracts Manager to oversee all contractual and commercial aspects of major infrastructure projects including roads, highways, bridges, and tunnels . The ideal candidate will have a solid background working with engineering consultants or supervision consultancies in Saudi Arabia , with extensive knowledge of contract administration, claims management, variations, and FIDIC-based contracts .

• Administer and manage pre- and post-contract activities in accordance with project requirements and consultancy standards.

• Lead contract negotiations, reviews, and compliance checks throughout the project lifecycle.

• Interpret and implement contractual obligations under FIDIC or similar frameworks; ensure legal and commercial risk is minimized.

• Review and approve interim payments , variations , claims , change orders , and final accounts .

• Liaise with clients , contractors , legal advisors , and project teams to resolve disputes and contractual issues.

• Monitor contract performance , enforce terms and conditions, and manage contractual correspondence.

• Support procurement processes, including subcontractor and supplier agreements .

• Prepare and maintain contract documentation and commercial reports for internal and client review.

• Assist in claims analysis, dispute resolution , and arbitration support if needed.

• Stay updated on Saudi government regulations , standards, and industry practices relevant to infrastructure contracts.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or Law. (Master’s or relevant certifications such as MRICS , MCIArb , or PMP preferred.)

• 15 years of experience in contract and commercial management within the construction sector .

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Saudi Arabia or GCC , specifically in road/highway/bridge/tunnel projects under a construction supervision consultancy .

• Strong knowledge of FIDIC , Saudi public works contracts , and dispute resolution procedures .

• Proficient in contract drafting, claims preparation , and negotiation .

• High-level analytical, communication, and leadership skills .

• Fluent in English ; Arabic is an advantage.

• Familiar with cost control systems , ERP tools , and project management software .

• Experience managing multiple contracts simultaneously on large-scale projects.

• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams under high-pressure environments.