Senior Contracts Management Engineer (E2)

HILL INTERNATIONAL; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Hill International, a global construction consulting firm, seeks a Senior Contracts Management Engineer in Saudi Arabia. The role involves overseeing contract management on major projects, ensuring compliance, managing risks, and fostering client relationships. Ideal candidates have over 15 years' experience and a strong engineering background.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years' experience in contracts management.
• Experience with Saudi Arabia procurement law.
• Thorough knowledge of prime contracts management.

Responsibilities

• Manage entire contract lifecycle including drafting and negotiation.
• Monitor contract deliverables and compliance.
• Prepare and present reports on contract performance.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Risk management

Contract auditing

Communication in Arabic

Communication in English

Education

Bachelor's in engineering

Job description

About the job Senior Contracts Management Engineer (E2)

Company Overview:

Hill International is a global construction consulting firm that provides program and project management, construction management, cost engineering and estimating, quality assurance, inspection, scheduling, risk management and claims avoidance to clients involved in major construction projects worldwide. With over 4,800 employees in 100 offices worldwide, Hill provides services to clients in the public and private sectors.

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's in engineering from an accredited university.


• Minimum 15 years' experience in contracts management including overall responsibility for contract management 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.

If you are a highly motivated and experienced contract management professional looking for an exciting opportunity to work on a major construction project in the Middle East, we encourage you to apply for this position with Hill International.