Regional Commercial & Contracts Manager

SJ Group; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering consultancy in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Regional Commercial & Contracts Manager to provide strategic commercial leadership across major infrastructure and urban development projects. The ideal candidate should have over 15 years of experience in commercial and contract management, with strong negotiation skills and a deep understanding of the KSA market. Join this dynamic workplace to influence commercial strategies and contract delivery in iconic giga-projects.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of professional experience in commercial and contract management within major infrastructure, consultancy, or engineering firms.
• Proven track record in contract negotiation (FIDIC, NEC, bespoke forms), claims resolution, and cost management.
• Deep understanding of regional project delivery models and familiarity with KSA market conditions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial and contracts management framework for KSA and the wider AMEP region.
• Provide expert advice on contract drafting, negotiation, and risk management for consultancy and PMC engagements.
• Support tender reviews, client contract negotiations, and sub-consultant / partner agreements.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Law, Engineering, or related discipline

Postgraduate qualification (MBA / MSc) or RICS / MCIOB certification

Job description

Global engineering consultancy with excellent career growth opportunities. Opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects locally and internationally. Be a key regional partner to our business lines, influencing commercial strategy, contract delivery, and financial performance across iconic giga-projects.

About SJ

Headquartered in Singapore, Surbana Jurong Group is a global powerhouse in urban, infrastructure, and managed services, with 16,500+ employees across 120+ offices worldwide. Through our member companies, including SMEC, Robert Bird Group, Atelier Ten, and B+H Architects, we deliver end‑to‑end solutions across planning, design, engineering, and project management. Our mission is clear: Building Cities, Shaping Lives. Join us in creating a sustainable, inclusive, and innovative future for generations to come.

About the Role

As Regional Commercial & Contracts Manager, you will provide strategic commercial leadership across Surbana Jurong’s KSA and regional portfolio, supporting major infrastructure, transportation, and urban development programmes. You will ensure contractual compliance, commercial efficiency, and risk mitigation from the bid stage to project close‑out. The role is pivotal in embedding SJ’s global governance standards, supporting project directors, and safeguarding the commercial health of our regional operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading the commercial and contracts management framework for KSA and the wider AMEP region.
• Providing expert advice on contract drafting, negotiation, and risk management for consultancy and PMC engagements.
• Partnering with Project Directors and Finance to ensure accurate cost forecasting, claims management, and revenue recognition.
• Supporting tender reviews, client contract negotiations, and sub‑consultant / partner agreements.
• Driving regional commercial governance reviews, ensuring alignment with Group policies, legal standards, and audit requirements.
• Mentoring project and business teams on best practices in commercial management and contract administration.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Law, Engineering, or a related discipline; postgraduate qualification (MBA / MSc) or RICS / MCIOB certification preferred.
• 15+ years of professional experience in commercial and contract management within major infrastructure, consultancy, or engineering firms.
• Proven track record in contract negotiation (FIDIC, NEC, bespoke forms), claims resolution, and cost management.
• Strong stakeholder management, analytical, and communication skills.
• Deep understanding of regional project delivery models and familiarity with KSA market conditions.
• Ability to influence senior leadership, drive policy compliance, and foster a culture of accountability and commercial excellence.

Why Join Us?

At Surbana Jurong, we bring together talent, teamwork, innovation, and a dynamic workplace to solve complex challenges creatively and collaboratively. Be part of a global multidisciplinary consultancy where your ideas and expertise are valued and rewarded.

All recruitment activities go through our recruitment function, and currently, this role doesn’t require agency input. Please do not forward resumes directly to SJ Group employees / managers; we do not accept unsolicited resumes and are not responsible for any associated fees.

• Only successful candidates will be contacted