We are looking for a skilled and commercially astute Contracts Manager to lead contract administration, procurement oversight, and claims management on a complex, multi-phase program involving high-value construction and relocation works. This position plays a critical role in ensuring contractual compliance, risk mitigation, and commercial governance across multiple workstreams and contractors. The Contracts Manager will be responsible for managing pre- and post-contract activities, including procurement execution, contract drafting, cost controls, change management, claims resolution, and commercial reporting—ensuring all processes are aligned with the client’s contractual requirements and program objectives. 

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Oversee end-to-end contract administration, from tendering and award through execution and close-out. 

• Draft, review, and implement commercial and contractual procedures, ensuring alignment with project controls and procurement strategies. 

• Support the development of procurement packages and lead contract negotiations with consultants and contractors. 

• Advise senior management and project teams on contractual matters, including compliance, obligations, liabilities, and risk mitigation. 

• Manage variation orders, claims assessments, dispute resolution processes, and commercial settlements. 

• Interface with cost control and planning teams to ensure consistent cost reporting and forecasting. 

• Evaluate contractor claims, validate entitlement, and negotiate settlements in coordination with QS and legal support as required. 

• Lead commercial meetings, represent the project in stakeholder reviews, and provide contractual input to design and progress workshops. 

• Support the continuous improvement of procurement and contract management processes, tools, and templates. 

• Mentor and manage commercial team members, ensuring consistent application of contract principles across all packages. 

• Ensure all commercial reporting is timely, accurate, and aligned with project financial controls. 

EDUCATION & SPECIFIC ROLE REQUIREMENTS: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Law, Engineering, or related field. 

• Minimum 15 years of experience in contracts and commercial management, with at least 5 years in a leadership capacity. 

• Demonstrated experience in PMC/PMO environments delivering large-scale, multi-package programs. 

• Strong familiarity with FIDIC or equivalent contract forms. 

• Professional membership (e.g., MRICS, RICS, or equivalent) is preferred. 

• GCC experience required; experience in KSA highly preferred. 

• Experience handling multi-entity, multi-stakeholder development projects with complex interface requirements. 

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SKILLS/COMPETENCIES: 

• Strong negotiation, analytical, and conflict-resolution skills. 

• High proficiency in commercial reporting, contract drafting, and risk mitigation. 

• Deep understanding of procurement and financial workflows in construction projects. 

• Excellent communication skills and ability to interface with senior leadership, legal, technical, and client stakeholders. 

• Ability to manage multiple contract streams simultaneously while maintaining a proactive and collaborative project culture.