Contracts Manager

About DAR Engineering

DAR Engineering is a prominent design and engineering consulting organization in Saudi Arabia. The company specializes in sectors such as Power Generation, Electrical Transmission & Distribution, Health Care, and High-Rise Buildings. They are currently seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee contract management for large-scale projects in Riyadh.

Role Overview

The Contracts Manager will hold overall responsibility for contract management across large-scale projects in Riyadh. This full-time role involves managing the formation and administration of contracts and subcontracts, from pre-qualification and tendering through to performance monitoring, claims resolution, and close-out. The primary objective is to safeguard the commercial and contractual interests of the project.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee contract management for large-scale projects, ensuring the protection of contractual and commercial interests.
• Lead the contracts team, including workload distribution, execution of work, and personnel management.
• Manage the formation and administration of contracts and subcontracts, covering pre-qualification, bid request compilation, bid receipt, evaluation, and award.
• Monitor contractor performance against contract requirements and administer back charges as applicable.
• Administer and negotiate change orders, including pricing and assessment of cost and time impacts.
• Manage claims and disputes, assessing entitlement, negotiating resolutions, and escalating issues when necessary.
• Draft and review contract documents, providing advice to project teams on contract law, obligations, and risks.
• Oversee prime contract administration and establish execution office and field procedures for multi-discipline construction projects.
• Prepare clear and effective contract correspondence and notices, and maintain complete contract records.
• Coordinate planning and scheduling inputs from a contractual perspective, including matters related to delays and extensions of time.
• Ensure compliance with government and commercial procurement regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Report on contract status, commercial risks, and exposures to the Project Director and senior management.

Candidate Requirements

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in contract management.
• Demonstrated deep knowledge of engineering and construction contracting practices.
• Possession of sound commercial judgment.
• Proven leadership skills to manage a contracts team and influence senior stakeholders on complex, multi-discipline projects.

Benefits

• Opportunity to contribute to landmark projects across Saudi Arabia and the GCC.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment within a leading multidisciplinary consultancy.
• Competitive salary and benefits, including housing and transportation.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage and wellness support.

Application Process

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply for this full-time position in Riyadh. Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.