Senior Contracts Engineer – Infrastructure Projects (KSA)

WSP in the Middle East

Jeddah

On-site

SAR 200,000 - 350,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Job summary

WSP in the Middle East is seeking an experienced Contracts Engineer to join our Site Supervision team in Jeddah, supporting major transport, road, and infrastructure projects. The role focuses on contract administration, commercial compliance, variation management, claims review, and contractual correspondence throughout project delivery on a site-based basis in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

You will support the Resident Engineer and Project Director on contractual matters, coordinate with

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
Minimum 10 years of professional experience in contract administration and commercial management.
Strong experience on transport, roads, highways, utilities, and infrastructure projects.
Experience working for engineering consultants or supervision consultants on major infrastructure projects in Saudi Arabia.
Extensive knowledge of FIDIC and other internationally recognized contract forms.
Experience managing variations, claims, change management, and extension of time assessments.
Excellent report writing, negotiation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Administer construction contracts in accordance with project requirements and contract conditions.
Review, evaluate, and process variations, change orders, claims, and extension of time submissions.
Support the Resident Engineer and Project Director on contractual and commercial matters.
Prepare contractual correspondence, notices, recommendations, and reports.
Monitor contractor compliance with contractual obligations and project deliverables.
Review payment applications and provide contractual input on assessments and recommendations.
Maintain records of contractual communications, instructions, and project changes.
Assist in resolving contractual disputes and support claim evaluations.
Identify commercial and contractual risks and propose mitigation measures.
Coordinate with project controls, quantity surveying, and supervision teams to ensure consistency in commercial management.
Provide contract administration support throughout construction and project closeout phases.
Participate in meetings with clients, stakeholders, and contractors regarding contractual matters.