Commercial/Contracts Director
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About the Role
SYSTRA seeks a Commercial/Contracts Director for mobility/railway projects in Saudi Arabia. You will manage contractual, commercial, and claims activities, ensuring compliance and mitigating risks.
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Responsibilities
- Develop, negotiate, and manage contracts related to railway projects
- Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and monitor contract performance
- Manage amendments, change orders, and variations
- Identify and evaluate commercial risks and develop mitigation strategies
- Act as primary point of contact for commercial and contractual matters
- Monitor and report on financial performance of projects
- Ensure compliance with regulations, laws, and industry standards
- Provide expert commercial and contractual guidance to senior leadership
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, Engineering, or related field
- Chartered status (e.g., RICS, CIPS) or membership of relevant professional body
- 15+ years of experience in managing commercial contracts within railway, infrastructure, or construction sectors
- In depth knowledge of railway industry standards, regulations, and contracting practices
- Expertise in commercial contract law, risk management, dispute resolution, and financial management
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Outstanding leadership skills
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Context
- SYSTRA is a leading engineering and consultancy group specializing in public transport and sustainable mobility.
- We are seeking a Commercial/Contracts Manager for a portfolio of mobility/railway projects in Saudi Arabia.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, negotiate, and manage contracts related to railway projects.
- Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and proactively monitor contract performance.
- Manage amendments, change orders, and variations.
- Provide strategic advice on complex contract matters.
- Identify and evaluate commercial risks and develop mitigation strategies.
- Advise on commercial implications of project delays, claims, disputes.
- Act as primary point of contact for commercial and contractual matters.
- Maintain collaborative relationships with JV partners.
- Monitor and report on financial performance of projects.
- Ensure timely and accurate invoicing and payment processing.
- Ensure compliance with regulations, laws, and industry standards.
- Provide expert commercial and contractual guidance to senior leadership.
Profile/Skills
- Excellent writing skills.
- Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, Engineering, or related field.
- Chartered status (e.g., RICS, CIPS) or membership of relevant professional body.
- 15+ years of experience in managing commercial contracts within railway, infrastructure, or construction sectors.
- In depth knowledge of railway industry standards, regulations, and contracting practices.
- Expertise in commercial contract law, risk management, dispute resolution, and financial management.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Outstanding leadership skills.
- Ability to create and write contracts and request for proposals.
- Excellent time management and organization.
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