Senior Contracts Manager

Mace; Umluj; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and consultancy firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Contracts Manager for a major entertainment project. The ideal candidate will have robust experience in end-to-end contract management, strong leadership skills, and a background in consulting on large-scale projects. Responsibilities include overseeing contractor procurement, contract administration, and ensuring compliance with all regulations. This role offers an opportunity to work with renowned global consultants in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in managing end-to-end contracts for major construction projects.
• Experience with both main contractors and consultancy on large-scale projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage contracts for a major entertainment and luxury project.
• Oversee contractor procurement and site mobilization.
• Negotiate complex agreements and oversee budget adherence.

Skills

Contracts management

Client engagement

Cost management

Leadership

FIDIC contracts knowledge

Education

Degree in quantity surveying or commercial management

Professional membership (MRICS or equivalent)

Job description

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.

The project:

This project offers the chance to join a talented Mace team in delivering a major entertainment and luxury hospitality project, collaborating with renowned architects and global consultants. The project involves extensive infrastructure and built assets, delivered rapidly through a hands‑on Construction Management approach, ideal for those experienced in managing both main and sub‑contract packages.

You’ll be responsible for:

• End‑to‑end contracts management for a major construction project.
• Procure and onboard contractors, overseeing site mobilisation and delivery.
• Support pre‑contract activities for complex packages including early works, main works, and services.
• Administer contracts, manage claims, variations, and time extensions.
• Prepare, review, and negotiate complex agreements and change orders.
• Monitor and report costs, ensure budget adherence, and manage valuations.
• Support the production and present monthly cost reports to clients.
• Engage directly with clients, contractors, and subcontractors to resolve issues.
• Apply expertise in FIDIC contracts and payment mechanisms for post‑contract management.
• Ensure compliance with all legal, commercial, and sustainability requirements.

You’ll need to have:

• Degree in quantity surveying / commercial management (or equivalent).
• Professional membership i.e. MRICS (or equivalent).
• Major project experience is essential.
• Main Contractor experience £250+.
• Consultancy experience £1bn+.

Our values

Safety first - Going home safe and well:

You will champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in your team and local health and safety rules or regulations of the work you’re involved with.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise:

You will lead on the cost management services including estimating, procurement and cost planning, owning the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and building long term relationships with your clients.

Integrity - Always do the right thing:

You will lead operations that are fiscally and ethically viable, influencing the achievement of business objectives that align with business and legislative compliance obligations.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel:

You will mentor, coach, and develop teams, demonstrating effective leadership to ensure excellence in delivery against plans, championing a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.