Technical Manager – Contracts & Procurement

Surbana Jurong Group; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Surbana Jurong Group is seeking an experienced Technical Manager – Contracts & Procurement to oversee contract management and procurement on major government-led projects in Saudi Arabia.

You will lead tendering, evaluation, award and contract signing, ensure compliance with the Saudi Government Tenders and Procurement Law, and manage contract administration, variations and claims while coordinating with clients and government entities to drive commercial success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Admin, Accounting or Construction Management.
• Minimum 15 years in contract management and government procurement.
• Proven experience in tendering, evaluation, award and contract signing.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi Government Tenders and Procurement Law.
• Experience in contract administration, variations, change orders, and claims.

Responsibilities

• Lead contract management and procurement for government projects.
• Oversee tendering through to award and contract signing.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi procurement laws and procedures.
• Review tender documents, contracts, and commercial documentation.
• Manage contract administration, variations, claims, and correspondence.
• Develop contract management procedures and best practices.
• Coordinate with clients, government entities, procurement teams, and stakeholders.

Skills

Contract management

Procurement

Tendering & evaluation

Contractual risk management

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering / Business Administration / Accounting / Construction Management

Job description

• Delivering world-class infrastructure, buildings, and environmental solutions
• Be part of shaping our business and driving innovation initiatives

About SJ Group:

Surbana Jurong Group is a leading global urban, infrastructure, and managed services consulting firm. With a strong presence across Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and beyond, we deliver integrated solutions across the entire project lifecycle—from planning and design to delivery and asset management.

About the Role:

We are looking for an experienced Technical Manager – Contracts & Procurement to oversee contract management and procurement activities for major projects, particularly those governed by Saudi government procurement regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead contract management and procurement activities for government projects.
• Manage procurement processes from tender announcement through evaluation, award, and contract signing.
• Ensure compliance with the Saudi Government Tenders and Procurement Law and applicable procurement procedures.
• Review tender documents, contract conditions, procurement submissions, and commercial documentation.
• Manage contract administration, variations, change orders, claims, and contractual correspondence.
• Develop and implement contract management procedures, policies, and best practices.
• Monitor contractual obligations and address commercial and contractual risks.
• Coordinate with clients, government entities, procurement teams, and project stakeholders on contractual matters.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Accounting, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in contract management and procurement for government projects.
• Demonstrated experience in procurement processes, including tendering, evaluation, award, and contract signing.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi Government Tenders and Procurement Law and associated government procurement procedures.
• Experience in contract administration, tendering regulations, variations, change orders, claims, and commercial contract management.
• Previous experience working with government entities or organisations managing projects subject to Saudi government procurement regulations.

Why Join SJ?

Join a global, multidisciplinary consultancy shaping sustainable, people-centric environments across 40+ countries. Contribute to major infrastructure programmes through effective procurement, commercial management, and contractual governance.

All recruitment activities are handled by our internal Talent Acquisition Team, and this role currently does not require agency input.

At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!