CONTRACT MANAGER📣 Job Ad

About the Role

Zahran Facilities Management is seeking an experienced Contract Manager to oversee the full contract lifecycle within its operations. This role is responsible for ensuring contractual obligations are met, risks are managed, and commercial objectives are achieved in accordance with company policies and regulations. The Contract Manager will play a key part in maintaining stakeholder relationships and ensuring the smooth execution of contracts.

The position involves comprehensive contract preparation, review, negotiation, administration, compliance monitoring, and closeout. This role is essential for safeguarding the company's interests and maximizing value from contractual agreements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the entire contract lifecycle, from pre-award through post-award administration and final closeout.
• Review, draft, negotiate, and administer various contracts, including subcontracts and service agreements.
• Ensure strict adherence to all contractual terms, company policies, and applicable legal requirements.
• Identify, assess, and implement strategies to mitigate contractual and commercial risks.
• Oversee and manage contract amendments, variations, change orders, and extensions of time.
• Prepare, evaluate, and respond to all contractual correspondence and formal notices.
• Provide support for procurement and tendering activities, including bid evaluations and contract award recommendations.
• Monitor the performance of contractors and suppliers against their contractual obligations.
• Administer claims, disputes, and other contract-related issues in coordination with legal and project teams.
• Offer expert contractual guidance and support to project managers and other key stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate and organized contract documentation, records, and reporting systems.
• Develop and implement robust contract management procedures and best practices.
• Coordinate closely with finance teams regarding payment certifications, invoicing, and other commercial matters.
• Prepare regular reports on contract status, identified risks, ongoing claims, and key performance indicators.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Law, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a closely related field.
• A minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in contract management.
• Demonstrated experience preferably within the construction, infrastructure, facilities management, or industrial projects sectors.
• Strong understanding of contract administration principles and commercial management practices.
• Proven experience working with FIDIC contracts and international contracting standards.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Contract Management
• Commercial Management
• FIDIC Contracts Expertise
• Risk Management
• Procurement Processes
• Tendering Procedures
• Negotiation Skills
• Contract Administration
• Compliance Monitoring
• Project Management Principles
• Stakeholder Management
• Reporting and Documentation
• Finance Coordination

Additional Information

This full-time position is based in Jeddah and Makkah, Saudi Arabia. A FIDIC Certified Contract Manager qualification is considered a significant advantage. Additional certifications such as PMP, CFM, or FMP are highly regarded. An MBA or Master's degree is also considered an advantage.