Graduate Engineer-Contracts & Commercial_ KSA National

WSP USA; Al-Kharj; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in Saudi Arabia is looking for a motivated Graduate Engineer to join their Contracts and Commercial team. The candidate will support contract administration and commercial management on major infrastructure projects, developing essential skills for a successful career. Ideal applicants should possess an engineering degree, strong organizational skills, and a keen interest in construction law and contracts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, or related discipline.
• Strong interest in construction law and contract management.
• Highly organized with strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the review and administration of contracts.
• Support commercial management in budgeting and forecasting.
• Participate in project meetings and documentation management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Quantity Surveying

Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

WSP in the Middle East is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Saudi National Graduate to join our growing Contracts and Commercial team in Riyadh, KSA. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent engineering graduate with an interest in the legal, financial, and strategic aspects of delivering major infrastructure and construction projects. As a Graduate Engineer- Contracts & Commercial, you will gain exposure to both contract administration and commercial management across high-profile projects, helping you build a solid foundation for a long-term career in the industry.

• Attend client meetings with senior team members as part of on-the-job learning.

• Assist in the review, preparation, and administration of contracts, including main contracts, subcontracts, and consultancy agreements.

• Support the commercial team in managing budgets, cost tracking, and project forecasting.

• Participate in reviewing variations, claims, and change orders with guidance from senior staff.

• Help maintain accurate project documentation, including contract correspondence and financial records.

• Support in procurement processes, including bid evaluation and analysis.

• Assist with monthly valuations, interim payment applications, and preparation of final accounts.

• Contribute to risk identification and mitigation from both contractual and commercial perspectives.

• Learn and implement international and regional contract standards such as FIDIC.

• Participate in regular project reviews as per the WSP ME criteria, helping to identify opportunities and risks to WSP’s financial performance and ensuring allocated actions are progressed.

• Assist in the preparing and drafting of Intercompany Agreements (ICAs) for sign off / approval and managing of Intercompany Agreement Tracker.

• Analyse financial accounts and monthly reporting to assess working capital risks and revenue recognition providing good judgement and advice as required.

• Actively work with the working capital team to ensure disputed or delayed invoices are settled and payments are made at the earliest time.

• Assist Finance teams to update status comments for regular Global Reporting.

• Assist in the management of Sub-consultant accounts

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Civil, Mechanical, or related discipline), Quantity Surveying, or Construction Management.

• Strong interest in construction law, commercial management, and contract administration.

• Highly organised, possesses strong work ethic, resilience, a proactive attitude, takes initiative, attention to detail and critical thinking and demonstrates a commitment to excellence.

• Strong interest in contracts, commercial management, or construction law.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel and Word).

• Good written and verbal communication skills.

• Eager to learn and committed to professional development.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.

Desirable Skills / Knowledge

• Internship or academic experience in commercial or contract-related work

• Basic understanding of contract forms such as FIDIC, NEC, or local frameworks.

• Knowledge of KSA construction laws or public procurement guidelines.

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