Contracts Manager - FIDIC and Commercial Control

Parsons; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons Corporation in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is seeking a senior Contracts Manager to lead administration of FIDIC, NEC, and bespoke contracts across a major infrastructure portfolio. You will drive compliance, manage change, and protect project value through rigorous commercial governance.

The role demands a track record of 12+ years in contracts and commercial management on large construction projects, deep knowledge of procurement interfaces, and strong negotiation skills with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Law, or related field.
• 12+ years of experience in contracts/commercial management.
• Experience on major construction projects.
• Extensive knowledge of FIDIC, NEC, and bespoke contracts.
• Familiarity with Saudi regulations and PMO environments.
• MRICS or equivalent preferred.
• Strong negotiation and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer FIDIC, NEC, and bespoke contracts per Saudi law.
• Lead contract management across the project portfolio.
• Review terms, notices, and obligations.
• Identify commercial risks and mitigation strategies early.
• Assess variations, change orders, claims and disputes.
• Negotiate with contractors, consultants, suppliers.
• Maintain change documentation through Engineer's Instructions and Variation Orders.
• Verify changes are supported by scope, cost, schedule, and justification.
• Monitor compliance with contractual terms throughout execution.
• Advise teams on interpretation, entitlement, and risk allocation.
• Coordinate with procurement and finance for budgets and forecasts.
• Prepare contractual reports and management summaries.
• Represent the project in commercial discussions and dispute resolutions.

Skills

FIDIC contracts

NEC contracts

Bespoke contracts

Contract administration

Contract interpretation

Claims management

Variation management

Change control

Engineer’s Instructions

Variation Orders

Contractual risk management

Commercial management

Procurement coordination

Dispute resolution

Contract negotiations

Cost and commercial reporting

Budget coordination

Financial forecasting

Contractor management

Consultant management

Supplier management

Legal and regulatory compliance

Saudi construction regulations

PMO environments

Contract governance

Stakeholder management

Project management software

Financial management tools

Education

Bachelor's in Quantity Surveying/Construction Law

Job description

Contracts Manager - FIDIC and Commercial Control

Job Snapshot

• Role: Contracts Manager - FIDIC and Commercial Control
• Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
• Industry: Construction
• Function: Contracts Administration
• Experience: 12 years in contracts and commercial management across major construction projects
• Job Type: Full-time

Contracts Manager - FIDIC and Commercial Control in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is a senior Construction opportunity for an experienced contracts professional with strong expertise in FIDIC, NEC, bespoke agreements, claims, variations, procurement coordination, commercial risk, and stakeholder negotiations. Parsons Corporation is hiring a Contracts Manager to lead contract administration across a major infrastructure portfolio, safeguard contractual compliance, manage change and dispute exposure, and support commercially sound project delivery within Saudi Arabia.

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 provide contractual leadership across a complex Delivery Partner environment where commercial decisions directly affect cost, schedule, risk, and project outcomes. The role requires close control of contract obligations, claims, variations, change requests, procurement interfaces, and stakeholder negotiations. By identifying contractual exposure early and maintaining disciplined administration throughout the project lifecycle, the position will help protect both Parsons and Client interests while supporting successful delivery across multiple packages and workstreams.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer complex FIDIC, NEC, and bespoke contracts in accordance with contractual obligations and applicable Saudi Arabian law.
• Provide direction across contract management activities to support consistent outcomes throughout the project portfolio.
• Review contractual terms, notices, entitlements, obligations, and procedural requirements.
• Identify commercial and contractual risks during early project stages and develop practical mitigation strategies.
• Assess significant variations, change orders, claims, and potential dispute matters.
• Lead or support negotiations with contractors, consultants, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
• Evaluate Change Requests and maintain complete change management documentation through Engineer 's Instructions and Variation Orders.
• Verify that changes are adequately supported by scope, cost, schedule, and contractual justification.
• Monitor compliance with contractual terms and conditions throughout project execution.
• Advise project teams on contract interpretation, entitlement, notification requirements, and risk allocation.
• Implement contract and commercial strategies that support project objectives and value optimization.
• Coordinate with commercial and cost teams on project budgets, forecasts, and financial exposure.
• Prepare contractual reports, forecasts, commercial assessments, and management summaries.
• Work with procurement teams to ensure sourcing and contracting activities align with project requirements and organizational procedures.
• Review consultant, contractor, and supplier performance from a contractual and commercial perspective.
• Maintain strong professional relationships with delivery partners while protecting project interests.
• Identify emerging contractual or financial challenges and develop contingency actions before impacts escalates.
• Coordinate closely with project management, finance, procurement, commercial, planning, engineering, and legal stakeholders.
• Represent the project during commercial discussions, contractual negotiations, and dispute resolution meetings.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory governance, and contractual requirements.
• Maintain auditable contract records, correspondence, notices, approvals, and change documentation.
• Present significant contractual risks, claims, changes, and commercial issues to senior management and Client stakeholders.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor 's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Law, or a closely related discipline.
• Minimum 12 years of progressive experience in contracts management or commercial management.
• Strong background across major construction, infrastructure, or engineering projects.
• Extensive knowledge of FIDIC contract forms and practical contract administration.
• Familiarity with NEC and bespoke contractual arrangements is advantageous.
• Demonstrated experience managing high-value contracts through complex delivery stages.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, commercial management principles, and contract risk.
• Proven capability reviewing claims, variations, change orders, and dispute-related matters.
• Able to interpret contractual provisions and translate them into practical project actions.
• Familiarity with Saudi Arabian regulations, regional construction practices, and industry standards.
• Experience working in PMO or major program environments is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical judgment when assessing contractual entitlement, risk, and financial exposure.
• Able to manage competing priorities while maintaining detail and contractual accuracy.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with confidence engaging senior stakeholders.
• MRICS or equivalent professional certification is preferred.
• Strong leadership capability with experience guiding commercial or contracts teams.

Skills Set

• FIDIC contracts
• NEC contracts
• Bespoke contracts
• Contract administration
• Contract interpretation
• Claims management
• Variation management
• Change control
• Change Requests
• Engineer 's Instructions
• Variation Orders
• Contractual risk management
• Commercial management
• Procurement coordination
• Dispute resolution
• Contract negotiations
• Cost and commercial reporting
• Budget coordination
• Financial forecasting
• Contractor management
• Consultant management
• Supplier management
• Legal and regulatory compliance
• Saudi construction regulations
• PMO environments
• Contract governance
• Stakeholder management
• Commercial risk assessment
• Project management software
• Financial management tools

Why Join Us

Riyadh 's major infrastructure and development programs require experienced contracts professionals capable of managing complex obligations, claims, changes, and commercial interfaces across high-value portfolios. This role provides broad responsibility within a multidisciplinary Delivery Partner environment and offers direct involvement in strategic contract decisions, negotiations, procurement coordination, and commercial governance. It is a strong opportunity for a senior contracts specialist seeking meaningful responsibility within Saudi Arabia 's expanding Construction sector.

About the Company

Parsons Corporation delivers engineering, infrastructure, program management, and technology services for complex projects worldwide. Across Saudi Arabia, the company supports major development programs that require disciplined contract administration, commercial governance, risk management, and coordinated delivery across multiple stakeholders.