Lead Engineer - Contracts
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About the Role
JASARA PMC seeks a Lead Engineer to act as an independent contractual authority under FIDIC contracts on major infrastructure projects in Riyadh. The role requires 20-25+ years of experience, deep FIDIC expertise, and prior appointment as Engineer on major contracts.
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Responsibilities
- Act as the Engineer under FIDIC contracts, ensuring fair and impartial administration of contracts between Employer and Contractor
- Administer QIC based contractor agreements in compliance with FIDIC procedures and contractual obligations
- Review and certify interim and final payment certificates, variations, claims, and extensions of time (EOT)
- Ensure proper documentation, notices, and contractual communications are maintained in accordance with FIDIC requirements
- Serve as an independent decision making authority, maintaining neutrality between contracting parties
- Assess contractor and employer claims objectively, issuing determinations and decisions based on contract provisions
- Provide professional judgments that minimize disputes and support project continuity
- Provide high level engineering leadership and ensure compliance with project specifications, codes, and standards
- Review and approve design submissions and technical deliverables
- Oversee construction activities to ensure alignment with approved plans and contractual scope
- Act as the key interface between Employer, Contractors, consultants, and regulatory bodies
- Lead meetings, progress reviews, and resolution discussions related to contractual and technical issues
Requirements
- Minimum 20–25+ years of progressive experience in engineering and contract management
- Proven track record serving as Engineer (as defined under FIDIC) on major infrastructure or construction projects
- Deep expertise in FIDIC contract forms (Red Book, Yellow Book, etc.)
- Strong background in large scale, complex contractor environments
- Exceptional knowledge of contract law, FIDIC principles, and claims management
- Strong analytical and decision making skills
- High level of professional integrity and independence
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities
- Ability to handle high value contracts and complex disputes
- Leadership capability in multidisciplinary and multi contractor environments
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Role Overview
- JASARA PMC is seeking a dedicated Lead Engineer to act as an independent contractual authority and represent the Engineer’s role under FIDIC forms of contract across client's contractor agreements.
- This position requires extensive expertise in contract administration, engineering oversight, and dispute neutral decision making on major infrastructure or construction projects.
- The role demands a seasoned professional with 20–25+ years of experience and prior appointment as Engineer on major contracts.
Contractual & FIDIC Administration
- Act as the Engineer under FIDIC contracts, ensuring fair and impartial administration of contracts between Employer and Contractor.
- Administer QIC based contractor agreements in compliance with FIDIC procedures and contractual obligations.
- Review and certify interim and final payment certificates, variations, claims, and extensions of time (EOT), and contractor submissions and deliverables.
- Ensure proper documentation, notices, and contractual communications are maintained in accordance with FIDIC requirements.
Independent Authority
- Serve as an independent decision making authority, maintaining neutrality between contracting parties.
- Assess contractor and employer claims objectively, issuing determinations and decisions based on contract provisions.
- Provide professional judgments that minimize disputes and support project continuity.
Technical Oversight
- Provide high level engineering leadership and ensure compliance with project specifications, codes, and standards.
- Review and approve design submissions and technical deliverables.
- Oversee construction activities to ensure alignment with approved plans and contractual scope.
Stakeholder Management
- Act as the key interface between Employer, Contractors, consultants, and regulatory bodies.
- Lead meetings, progress reviews, and resolution discussions related to contractual and technical issues.
- Provide strategic advice to the Employer on contractual risks and mitigation strategies.
Risk & Claims Management
- Proactively identify project risks and contractual issues.
- Manage and evaluate claims, disputes, and variations with strong commercial awareness.
- Support dispute avoidance and resolution mechanisms, including DAB/DAAB processes where applicable.
Qualifications & Experience
- Experience: Minimum 20–25+ years of progressive experience in engineering and contract management.
- Proven track record serving as Engineer (as defined under FIDIC) on major infrastructure or construction projects.
- Deep expertise in FIDIC contract forms (Red Book, Yellow Book, etc.).
- Strong background in large scale, complex contractor environments.
Skills & Competencies
- Exceptional knowledge of contract law, FIDIC principles, and claims management.
- Strong analytical and decision making skills.
- High level of professional integrity and independence.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
- Ability to handle high value contracts and complex disputes.
- Leadership capability in multidisciplinary and multi contractor environments.
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