Senior Contract Manager

ALSTOM; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

ALSTOM in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Senior Contract Manager to lead development and execution of robust contract strategies for large-scale rail projects.

You will collaborate with legal, finance and project management to ensure compliance, risk management and timely delivery, guiding teams through negotiations and complex contractual challenges.

Qualifications

• Min 10 years of experience in contract management in rail or infrastructure.
• Expertise in contract negotiation and risk assessment.
• Experience in multinational environments and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead scalable contract management processes for large-scale rail projects ensuring compliance and risk mitigation.
• Collaborate with legal, finance and project management to align contract objectives.
• Drive innovation in contract structuring and ensure timely delivery of milestones.
• Promote knowledge sharing and best practices across teams.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Risk assessment

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Law, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field

Job description

At Alstom we understand transport networks and what moves people From high-speed trains metros monorails and trams to turnkey systems services infrastructure signalling and digital mobility we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry Every day more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars We re always looking to connect with talented professionals who are interested in future opportunities with us in Saudi Arabia

More Than a Job A Mission

We are seeking a passionate Senior Contract Manager to lead the development and execution of robust contract strategies working alongside dedicated teams to deliver transformative rail solutions As a senior leader you will drive complex negotiations and ensure contractual excellence that shapes the future of mobility in Saudi Arabia

Your Role Your Impact

Lead scalable contract management processes for large-scale rail projects ensuring compliance and risk mitigation Collaborate with cross-functional teams including legal finance and project management to align contract objectives Ensure reliability in contract execution monitoring performance and resolving disputes efficiently Drive innovation in contract structuring adapting to evolving industry standards and client needs Promote knowledge sharing and best practices across teams to elevate contract management capabilities You ll work with sharp committed teams solving complex challenges that shape the future of mobility ensuring seamless integration of business and technology

What You Bring

Bachelor s or Master s degree in Law Business Administration Engineering or related field Minimum 10 years of experience in contract management preferably in rail or infrastructure sectors Expertise in contract negotiation risk assessment and project delivery within multinational environments Deep understanding of commercial legal and regulatory frameworks relevant to rail transportation Strong leadership strategic thinking and communication skills to influence and guide teams

How Success Is Measured

Timely delivery of contract milestones and achievement of strategic project goals Effective collaboration and leadership across multidisciplinary teams Reduction in contract disputes improved efficiency and proactive risk management