Contracts Manager - Claims and Change Control

Parsons; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 402,000 - 580,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons Corporation is seeking a senior Contracts Manager in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, specializing in FIDIC, NEC, bespoke contracts, claims, change control and commercial risk to administer high-value agreements across a major program.

You will lead contract governance, manage variations, support negotiations, ensure regulatory compliance, and coordinate with procurement, cost and finance teams to protect value and delivery. Ideal candidate has 12+ years of experience and MRICS preferred.

Qualifications

• Extensive practical knowledge of FIDIC contract forms.
• Familiarity with NEC and bespoke contract arrangements.
• Minimum 12 years of experience in contracts management or related construction functions.

Responsibilities

• Administer FIDIC, NEC, and bespoke contracts in accordance with contractual obligations and applicable Saudi Arabian law.
• Manage day-to-day contract administration across assigned project packages and workstreams.
• Identify contractual and financial risks early and recommend practical mitigation measures.
• Assess variations, change orders, claims, and potential disputes using relevant contract provisions and project records.
• Support negotiation and resolution of significant commercial and contractual matters.
• Monitor compliance with contract terms, notice requirements, approvals, and other procedural obligations.
• Advise project teams on contract interpretation, entitlement, risk allocation, and contractual strategy.
• Coordinate with cost and finance teams on budget impacts, forecasts, and commercial exposure.
• Prepare contractual reports, forecasts, cost assessments, and management summaries.

Skills

FIDIC contracts

NEC contracts

Bespoke contracts

Contract administration

Claims management

Change control

Variation management

Engineer’s Instructions

Variation Orders

Contract interpretation

Commercial management

Contract risk management

Dispute resolution

Commercial negotiations

Procurement coordination

Budget support

Cost forecasting

Commercial reporting

Contractor management

Consultant management

Supplier coordination

Legal and regulatory compliance

Saudi Arabian contract requirements

PMO delivery

Stakeholder management

Contract documentation

Commercial risk assessment

Project management software

Financial tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Law, or a closely related discipline

Job description

Contracts Manager - Claims and Change Control Job Snapshot

Role: Contracts Manager - Claims and Change Control

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Industry: Construction

Function: Contracts Administration

Experience: 12 years in commercial and contracts management across construction projects

Job Type: Full-time

Position Overview

Contracts Manager - Claims and Change Control in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is a senior Construction opportunity for an experienced professional specializing in FIDIC, NEC, bespoke contracts, claims, variations, procurement coordination, and commercial risk. Parsons Corporation is hiring a Contracts Manager to administer high-value agreements, manage contractual change, support negotiations, and maintain compliance across a major Delivery Partner infrastructure environment.

Job Details

Country: Saudi Arabia

City: Riyadh

Industry: Construction

Function: Contracts Administration

Salary: 36000-52000

Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.

Gender: Any

Candidate Nationality: Any

Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

The Contracts Manager will support project delivery by maintaining strong contractual governance across a complex portfolio of construction packages. The role will focus on contract administration, change control, claims, commercial risk, procurement interfaces, and dispute avoidance. Effective management of contractual obligations and emerging liabilities will help protect project value, support budget and schedule objectives, and ensure that commercial decisions remain aligned with Saudi Arabian requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer FIDIC, NEC, and bespoke contracts in accordance with contractual obligations and applicable Saudi Arabian law.
• Manage day-to-day contract administration across assigned project packages and workstreams.
• Identify contractual and financial risks early and recommend practical mitigation measures.
• Assess variations, change orders, claims, and potential disputes using relevant contract provisions and project records.
• Support negotiation and resolution of significant commercial and contractual matters.
• Evaluate Change Requests and maintain the required documentation through Engineer 's Instructions and Variation Orders.
• Confirm that proposed changes are supported by appropriate technical, cost, schedule, and contractual evidence.
• Monitor compliance with contract terms, notice requirements, approvals, and other procedural obligations.
• Advise project teams on contract interpretation, entitlement, risk allocation, and contractual strategy.
• Support implementation of commercial and contract management strategies that improve value and project outcomes.
• Coordinate with cost and finance teams on budget impacts, forecasts, and commercial exposure.
• Prepare contractual reports, forecasts, cost assessments, and management summaries.
• Work with procurement teams to align contracting activities with project requirements and organizational policies.
• Maintain effective working relationships with consultants, suppliers, contractors, and other delivery stakeholders.
• Review contractor and consultant performance from a commercial and contractual perspective.
• Develop contingency measures for emerging contractual, financial, and delivery challenges.
• Represent project interests during commercial meetings and negotiations.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to maintain alignment on contractual and commercial matters.
• Ensure adherence to legal, regulatory, organizational, and contractual requirements.
• Maintain accurate and auditable records of correspondence, notices, approvals, changes, and claims.
• Present key contractual risks, claims, variations, and recommendations to senior management.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor 's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Law, or a closely related discipline.
• Minimum 12 years of experience in contracts management, commercial management, or related construction functions.
• Strong background across multiple construction, infrastructure, or engineering sectors.
• Extensive practical knowledge of FIDIC contract forms.
• Familiarity with NEC and bespoke contract arrangements.
• Proven experience managing large and complex contracts.
• Strong understanding of commercial management principles, procurement processes, and contract administration.
• Demonstrated capability in claims, variations, change control, and dispute resolution.
• Able to interpret contractual provisions and translate them into practical project actions.
• Familiarity with Saudi Arabian regulations, regional construction practices, and industry standards.
• Experience in PMO, Delivery Partner, PMC, or major program environments is highly desirable.
• Proficient in project management software and financial tools.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving capability.
• Able to manage complex stakeholder relationships under time pressure.
• MRICS or equivalent professional certification is preferred.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with attention to contractual and financial accuracy.

Skills Set

• FIDIC contracts
• NEC contracts
• Bespoke contracts
• Contract administration
• Claims management
• Change control
• Variation management
• Engineer's Instructions
• Variation Orders
• Contract interpretation
• Commercial management
• Contract risk management
• Dispute resolution
• Commercial negotiations
• Procurement coordination
• Budget support
• Cost forecasting
• Commercial reporting
• Contractor management
• Consultant management
• Supplier coordination
• Legal and regulatory compliance
• Saudi Arabian contract requirements
• PMO delivery
• Stakeholder management
• Contract documentation
• Commercial risk assessment
• Project management software
• Financial tools

Why Join Us

Riyadh 's expanding infrastructure pipeline creates sustained demand for contract professionals who can manage complex agreements, claims, change, and commercial risk across major projects. This position offers broad exposure to high-value Delivery Partner work, including contract administration, procurement interfaces, negotiations, and stakeholder management. It provides an opportunity to apply strong contractual expertise while supporting major Construction programs in Saudi Arabia.

About the Company

Parsons Corporation delivers engineering, infrastructure, program management, and technology solutions for complex projects worldwide. In Saudi Arabia, the company supports major development programs where disciplined contract administration, commercial governance, stakeholder coordination, and risk management are essential to successful delivery.