Senior Contracts Manager: FIDIC & Claims Leader

Snc-Lavalin; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Life insurance coverage

Medical insurance

Annual leave balance

Company gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus program

Annual flight contribution

Transportation & housing allowances

Employee Wellbeing Program

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in Saudi Arabia seeks a seasoned Contracts Manager to lead contract administration, compliance, claims and change management for major projects. You will oversee client, consultant and contractor contracts, guide project teams, and maintain governance frameworks to protect commercial interests.

The role requires extensive experience with FIDIC contracts, stakeholder leadership, and a strong risk-management mindset in a dynamic project environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in contract administration and commercial management for large projects.
• Proven ability to manage FIDIC-based contracts on high-value schemes.
• Experience with consultant, PMC, client-side, or major contractor environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead administration of all client, consultant, contractor, and subcontractor contracts.
• Interpret contract terms and provide guidance to project leadership.
• Develop contract administration procedures and governance frameworks.
• Manage claims, change control, and commercial risk registers.
• Lead contractual meetings and negotiations with stakeholders.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Contract administration

Claims analysis

Dispute resolution

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Leadership & mentoring

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Commercial Management, or related discipline

Master's Degree in Construction Law, Commercial Management, MBA, or Project Management

MRICS / MCIArb or equivalent accreditation

Job description

AtkinsRéalis in Saudi Arabia seeks a seasoned Contracts Manager to lead contract administration, compliance, claims and change management for major projects. You will oversee client, consultant and contractor contracts, guide project teams, and maintain governance frameworks to protect commercial interests.

The role requires extensive experience with FIDIC contracts, stakeholder leadership, and a strong risk-management mindset in a dynamic project environment.