Are you a Saudi National and an experienced Contract Manager who is ready to lead on large-scale infrastructure development projects
Our client, a major player in the region's development projects, is seeking a seasoned Senior Contract Manager to join their team in Jeddah. This role offers a significant opportunity to oversee and manage contracts for large-scale infrastructure and development projects, ensuring seamless execution from tender to post-contract stages. The role will report into a Director who is responsible for Design & Delivery.
What's in it for you
In this critical role, you will have the chance to lead the full contract lifecycle for substantial projects. You'll work closely with various stakeholders to ensure that contracts are negotiated, administered, and executed effectively. This is a unique opportunity to make a real impact on infrastructure development, helping to drive key projects to successful completion.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the tender process, working closely with the procurement team for the appointment of consultants, contractors, and suppliers.
- Oversee the preparation of tender documents, evaluation of bids, and administration of post-tender negotiations.
- Administer and manage contracts throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with terms, managing change requests, and controlling costs.
- Maintain up-to-date insurance policies, bonds, and guarantees to ensure smooth contract operation.
- Manage project budgets, cost control, and variation orders while providing accurate cost reports and cash flow projections.
- Collaborate with project delivery teams to identify and mitigate scope gaps, ensuring all contract requirements are met.
- Lead prequalification processes for contractors and consultants, ensuring only the most qualified parties are selected.
- Champion the development of policies and procedures for contract management and cost control.
What you'll need to succeed:
- Ideally 15 years of experience in contract management, with a strong background in infrastructure development projects.
- Proven expertise in managing the entire contract process, from tendering to post-contract administration.
- Strong experience in cost management, claims management, and project budget preparation.
- Excellent knowledge of contract forms, tender procedures, and relevant industry regulations.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to manage relationships across multiple stakeholders.
- Saudi Nationals are required for this role.
Preferred qualifications:
- Background in end-to-end contract management within real estate or infrastructure projects.
- A background within contracts, quantity surveying or commercial contract management would be preferred
- Certifications in project or cost management are preferred.
