Senior Contracts Management Engineer

HILL INTERNATIONAL; Abha; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global construction management firm is seeking a Senior Contracts Engineer to oversee contract administration processes for major projects in Saudi Arabia. The role entails managing contract lifecycle, negotiating terms, and ensuring compliance while developing strong relationships with stakeholders. Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor's in engineering and have at least 15 years of relevant experience, particularly in large-scale projects. Proficient communication in Arabic and English is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years experience in contracts management on large-scale projects.
• Experience with Saudi Arabia procurement law required.
• Thorough knowledge of prime contracts management and (sub) contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Manage the entire contract lifecycle including drafting and negotiation.
• Collaborate with legal, finance, and project management teams.
• Develop strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.

Skills

Contracts management

Negotiation

Risk management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor in engineering from an accredited university

Job description

Company Introduction

Hill International provides program, project, and construction management services for clients in a range of sectors undertaking major construction projects across the world. Our services include cost engineering and estimating, quality assurance, inspection, scheduling, risk management, and claims avoidance. For more information on Hill, please visit our website at www.hillintl.com

Position Summary

As a Senior Contracts Engineer, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of the contract administration process for our project. This includes reviewing and negotiating contracts, ensuring compliance with contract terms and conditions, and managing any changes or disputes that may arise during the project.

General Description of Role and Responsibilities

• Support managing the entire contract lifecycle, including drafting, negotiation, implementation, and compliance.
• Review and analyze contract terms and conditions to identify potential risks and propose appropriate solutions.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including legal, finance, and project management, to ensure contract terms are aligned with company policies and objectives.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure smooth contract execution.
• Monitor and track contract deliverables, milestones, and deadlines to ensure timely completion.
• Identify and resolve any contract-related issues or disputes in a timely and efficient manner.
• Conduct regular contract audits to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and company policies.
• Prepare and present reports on contract performance and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Stay updated with industry trends and best practices in contract management to continuously improve processes and systems.
• Informs themselves of the relevant Quality, Environmental, Safety and Occupational Health Policies, Manuals and Procedures in place within Hill International, and ensures continued compliance with these requirements while employed by Hill.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the line manager/supervisor.

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills

• Bachelor in engineering from an accredited university.
• Minimum 15 years experience in contracts management including overall responsibility for contracts on large‑scale projects.
• Experience with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia procurement law.
• Demonstrated experience in pricing, contract law, contract drafting, administration and negotiation of change orders, effective correspondence, planning and scheduling.
• Thorough knowledge of prime contracts management administration as well as (sub) contract formation and administration, execution office and field procedures and documents relating to a multi‑discipline construction project.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Arabic and English.