Senior Contracts/ Commercial Manager
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About the Role
Egis Group seeks an experienced Senior Contracts/Commercial Manager to oversee contract management and commercial operations for construction projects in Riyadh. The role involves drafting, negotiating, and managing contracts, ensuring compliance with Saudi regulations, and optimizing project profitability.
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Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and negotiate construction contracts, including terms, conditions, and commercial provisions
- Analyze contract documents and commercial implications to identify risks and opportunities
- Manage the complete contract lifecycle from tender stage through project completion and final closure
- Ensure all contracts comply with Saudi Arabian regulations, local laws, and organizational policies
- Coordinate with legal, finance, and project management teams to align commercial objectives with project goals
- Prepare comprehensive commercial reports, analyses, and performance metrics for senior management
- Develop and implement commercial strategies to optimize project profitability and minimize exposure
- Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial and contractual risks throughout project execution
- Monitor contract performance against agreed KPIs and commercial benchmarks
- Handle contract disputes, claims, and variations in a professional and timely manner
Requirements
- Minimum 20+ years of professional experience in contracts and commercial management within the construction industry
- Proven expertise in positive contract management and commercial operations
- Advanced knowledge of construction contract types and standards (FIDIC, AIA, or equivalent)
- Strong understanding of contract law, legal compliance, and risk management principles
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Proficiency in contract management software and Microsoft Office applications
- Experience working in international or multicultural project environments
- Familiarity with Saudi Arabian regulatory requirements and local business practices
- Experience with claims management and dispute resolution
- Professional certification in contracts management or commercial law
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Company Description
- Egis is a French based leading global consulting, construction engineering and operating firm present in Middle East, Europe, India, Latin America, Africa & Asia Pacific with 18,000 employee strength globally (more than 6000 in Middle East & India).
- Recognised Engineering & Consulting expertise in Transportation, Sustainable cities, Water, Marine, Energy etc along with operation & mobility projects.
Job Description
- Draft, review, and negotiate construction contracts, including terms, conditions, and commercial provisions
- Analyze contract documents and commercial implications to identify risks and opportunities
- Manage the complete contract lifecycle from tender stage through project completion and final closure
- Ensure all contracts comply with Saudi Arabian regulations, local laws, and organizational policies
- Coordinate with legal, finance, and project management teams to align commercial objectives with project goals
- Prepare comprehensive commercial reports, analyses, and performance metrics for senior management
- Develop and implement commercial strategies to optimize project profitability and minimize exposure
- Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial and contractual risks throughout project execution
- Monitor contract performance against agreed KPIs and commercial benchmarks
- Handle contract disputes, claims, and variations in a professional and timely manner
- Maintain organized contract documentation and maintain a centralized contract management system
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key commercial stakeholders and partners
Qualifications
- Minimum 20+ years of professional experience in contracts and commercial management within the construction industry
- Proven expertise in positive contract management and commercial operations
- Advanced knowledge of construction contract types and standards (FIDIC, AIA, or equivalent)
- Strong understanding of contract law, legal compliance, and risk management principles
- Demonstrated ability to analyze complex commercial terms and negotiate favorable outcomes
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Proficiency in contract management software and Microsoft Office applications
- Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously
- Analytical mindset with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
- Experience working in international or multicultural project environments
- Familiarity with Saudi Arabian regulatory requirements and local business practices (preferred)
- Experience with claims management and dispute resolution (preferred)
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