Senior Rail Contracts Manager – Negotiation & Risk

AtkinsRéalis Group; Riyadh Region; On-site; SAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Annual leave

Company gratuity

Discretionary bonus

Annual flight contribution

Transportation & housing allowances

Employee Wellbeing Program

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee all contract activities for a rail construction project. You will manage contract administration, negotiations, risk assessment, and reporting to ensure compliance with the contract and project goals.

The role requires a strong background in contract law, construction contracts, and stakeholder management, with a preference for rail or infrastructure experience. The position is primarily on-site in a major project environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CPCM or equivalent are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Contract Management: Oversee administration of all contracts for the project.
• Negotiations: Lead negotiations for complex contractual issues with clients, contractors and stakeholders.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate contractual risks.
• Progress Reporting: Provide regular progress reports to client and internal stakeholders.
• Claims Management: Liaise with Claims Manager for robust responses to claims in line with the contract.
• Technical Data Provision: Ensure provision of necessary technical data to Contract Administration Senior Manager.
• Contractual Presentations: Prepare and deliver contractual presentations as required.
• Liaison with Departments: Work with departments to ensure compliance with legal, financial, and corporate protocols.
• Contractual Progress Meetings: Drive progression via contractual progress meetings and ensure obligations are met.

Skills

Negotiation

Risk management

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee all contract activities for a rail construction project. You will manage contract administration, negotiations, risk assessment, and reporting to ensure compliance with the contract and project goals.

The role requires a strong background in contract law, construction contracts, and stakeholder management, with a preference for rail or infrastructure experience. The position is primarily on-site in a major project environment.