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WSP is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to lead and manage contract-related activities in line with government procurement regulations in Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will bring at least 18 years of professional experience in pre- and post-award contracts, team management, and resolving complex contractual issues. This role requires expertise in engineering/construction contracting practices and fluency in both Arabic and English.
Your new role, what’s involved?
- Contract Administration:
- Manage the full lifecycle of contracts, including pre-qualification, subcontracts, bid evaluations, awards, and post-award contract administration.
- Ensure compliance with government contracts regulations and procurement standards in Saudi Arabia.
- Team Management:
- Oversee workload distribution among team members, ensuring efficient and effective performance.
- Provide guidance and training to the contracts team to maintain high standards of quality and compliance.
- Change Orders & Claims Management:
- Evaluate and manage change orders, variations, and claims, ensuring timely and fair resolution.
- Lead the settlement of disputes and claims with contractors and stakeholders.
- Procurement & Policy Compliance:
- Ensure alignment with government procurement regulations, policies, and commercial practices.
- Provide expert advice on contractual and commercial issues to internal teams and stakeholders.
- Technical Expertise:
- Apply technical and managerial knowledge of engineering/construction contracts to resolve challenges and drive successful outcomes.
- Develop and implement effective contract management procedures and policies.
- Stakeholder Engagement:
- Collaborate with international and local partners to ensure smooth execution of contractual obligations.
- Maintain strong communication with government entities, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
We’d love to hear from you if you have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 18 years of experience in contracts management, including pre- and post-award processes.
- Direct experience in managing government contracts regulations in Saudi Arabia.
- Proven expertise in handling pre-qualification, subcontracting, bid evaluation, awarding, change orders, and claims settlements.
- Strong knowledge of engineering/construction contracting practices, government procurement regulations, and commercial procedures.
- Familiarity with all types of contracts and agreements, including international standards.
- Fluency in both Arabic and English is mandatory.
- At least 5 years of experience working with international companies, preferably in the engineering or construction sectors.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage teams under pressure.
What’s in it for you?
As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, WSP offers standard benefits including first class medical cover, generous annual leave, and paid professional subscriptions.
Be you, be happy – we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects and maximizes the contribution individuals can bring to WSP. We recognise the benefits that people with varying backgrounds and experiences can bring. Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.
Apply now and be the future of WSP!
WSP is one of the world’s leading engineering professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. We are technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design lasting solutions in the Property & Buildings, Transportation & Infrastructure, Environment, Industry, Resources (including Mining and Oil & Gas) and Power & Energy sectors as well as project delivery and strategic.
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