Contracts Manager - FIDIC and Commercial Control
Posted date [2026-09-12]
(ID: 51395)
Job Description and Requirements
Contracts Manager - FIDIC and Commercial ControlJob Snapshot
Role: Contracts Manager - FIDIC and Commercial Control
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Industry: Construction
Function: Contracts Administration
Experience: 12+ years in contracts and commercial management across major construction projects
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Contracts Manager - FIDIC and Commercial Control in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is a senior Construction opportunity for an experienced contracts professional with strong expertise in FIDIC, NEC, bespoke agreements, claims, variations, procurement coordination, commercial risk, and stakeholder negotiations. Parsons Corporation is hiring a Contracts Manager to lead contract administration across a major infrastructure portfolio, safeguard contractual compliance, manage change and dispute exposure, and support commercially sound project delivery within Saudi Arabia.
Job Details
Country: Saudi Arabia
City: Riyadh
Industry: Construction
Function: Contracts Administration
Salary: Not disclosed
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Role Context
The Contracts Manager will provide contractual leadership across a complex Delivery
Partner environment where commercial decisions directly affect cost, schedule, risk, and project outcomes. The role requires close control of contract obligations, claims, variations, change requests, procurement interfaces, and stakeholder negotiations. By identifying contractual exposure early and maintaining disciplined administration throughout the project lifecycle, the position will help protect both Parsons and Client interests while supporting successful delivery across multiple packages and workstreams.
Key Responsibilities
* Administer complex FIDIC, NEC, and bespoke contracts in accordance with contractual obligations and applicable Saudi Arabian law.
* Provide direction across contract management activities to support consistent outcomes throughout the project portfolio.
* Review contractual terms, notices, entitlements, obligations, and procedural requirements.
* Identify commercial and contractual risks during early project stages and develop practical mitigation strategies.
* Assess significant variations, change orders, claims, and potential dispute matters.
* Lead or support negotiations with contractors, consultants, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
* Evaluate Change Requests and maintain complete change management documentation through Engineer\'s Instructions and Variation Orders.
* Verify that changes are adequately supported by scope, cost, schedule, and contractual justification.
* Monitor compliance with contractual terms and conditions throughout project execution.
* Advise project teams on contract interpretation, entitlement, notification requirements, and risk allocation.
* Implement contract and commercial strategies that support project objectives and value optimization.
* Coordinate with commercial and cost teams on project budgets, forecasts, and financial exposure.
* Prepare contractual reports, forecasts, commercial assessments, and management summaries.
* Work with procurement teams to ensure sourcing and contracting activities align with project requirements and organizational procedures.
* Review consultant, contractor, and supplier performance from a contractual and commercial perspective.
* Maintain strong professional relationships with delivery partners while protecting project interests.
* Identify emerging contractual or financial challenges and develop contingency actions before impacts escalate.
* Coordinate closely with project management, finance, procurement, commercial, planning, engineering, and legal stakeholders.
* Represent the project during commercial discussions, contractual negotiations, and dispute resolution meetings.
* Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, governance, and contractual requirements.
* Maintain auditable contract records, correspondence, notices, approvals, and change documentation.
* Present significant contractual risks, claims, changes, and commercial issues to senior management and Client stakeholders.
Ideal Profile
* Bachelor\'s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Law, or a closely related discipline.
* Minimum 12 years of progressive experience in contracts management or commercial management.
* Strong background across major construction, infrastructure, or engineering projects.
* Extensive knowledge of FIDIC contract forms and practical contract administration.
* Familiarity with NEC and bespoke contractual arrangements is advantageous.
* Demonstrated experience managing high-value contracts through complex delivery stages.
* Strong understanding of procurement processes, commercial management principles, and contract risk.
* Proven capability reviewing claims, variations, change orders, and dispute-related matters.
* Able to interpret contractual provisions and translate them into practical project actions.
* Familiarity with Saudi Arabian regulations, regional construction practices, and industry standards.
* Experience working in PMO or major program environments is highly desirable.
* Strong analytical judgment when assessing contractual entitlement, risk, and financial exposure.
* Able to manage competing priorities while maintaining detail and contractual accuracy.
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills with confidence engaging senior stakeholders.
* MRICS or equivalent professional certification is preferred.
* Strong leadership capability with experience guiding commercial or contracts teams.
Skills Set
* FIDIC contracts
* NEC contracts
* Bespoke contracts
* Contract administration
* Contract interpretation
* Claims management
* Variation management
* Change control
* Change Requests
* Engineer\'s Instructions
* Variation Orders
* Contractual risk management
* Commercial management
* Procurement coordination
* Dispute resolution
* Contract negotiations
* Cost and commercial reporting
* Budget coordination
* Financial forecasting
* Contractor management
* Consultant management
* Supplier management
* Legal and regulatory compliance
* Saudi construction regulations
* PMO environments
* Contract governance
* Stakeholder management
* Commercial risk assessment
* Project management software
* Financial management tools
Why Join Us
Riyadh\'s major infrastructure and development programs require experienced contracts professionals capable of managing complex obligations, claims, changes, and commercial interfaces across high-value portfolios. This role provides broad responsibility within a multidisciplinary Delivery Partner environment and offers direct involvement in strategic contract decisions, negotiations, procurement coordination, and commercial governance. It is a strong opportunity for a senior contracts specialist seeking meaningful responsibility within Saudi Arabia\'s expanding Construction sector.
About the Company
Parsons Corporation delivers engineering, infrastructure, program management, and technology services for complex projects worldwide. Across Saudi Arabia, the company supports major development programs that require disciplined contract administration, commercial governance, risk management, and coordinated delivery across multiple stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
* Administer complex FIDIC, NEC, and bespoke contracts in accordance with contractual obligations and applicable Saudi Arabian law.
* Provide direction across contract management activities to support consistent outcomes throughout the project portfolio.
* Review contractual terms, notices, entitlements, obligations, and procedural requirements.
* Identify commercial and contractual risks during early project stages and develop practical mitigation strategies.
* Assess significant variations, change orders, claims, and potential dispute matters.
* Lead or support negotiations with contractors, consultants, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
* Evaluate Change Requests and maintain complete change management documentation through Engineer\'s Instructions and Variation Orders.
* Verify that changes are adequately supported by scope, cost, schedule, and contractual justification.
* Monitor compliance with contractual terms and conditions throughout project execution.
* Advise project teams on contract interpretation, entitlement, notification requirements, and risk allocation.
* Implement contract and commercial strategies that support project objectives and value optimization.
* Coordinate with commercial and cost teams on project budgets, forecasts, and financial exposure.
* Prepare contractual reports, forecasts, commercial assessments, and management summaries.
* Work with procurement teams to ensure sourcing and contracting activities align with project requirements and organizational procedures.
* Review consultant, contractor, and supplier performance from a contractual and commercial perspective.
* Maintain strong professional relationships with delivery partners while protecting project interests.
* Identify emerging contractual or financial challenges and develop contingency actions before impacts escalate.
* Coordinate closely with project management, finance, procurement, commercial, planning, engineering, and legal stakeholders.
* Represent the project during commercial discussions, contractual negotiations, and dispute resolution meetings.
* Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, governance, and contractual requirements.
* Maintain auditable contract records, correspondence, notices, approvals, and change documentation.
* Present significant contractual risks, claims, changes, and commercial issues to senior management and Client stakeholders.
Ideal Profile
* Bachelor\'s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Law, or a closely related discipline.
* Minimum 12 years of progressive experience in contracts management or commercial management.
* Strong background across major construction, infrastructure, or engineering projects.
* Extensive knowledge of FIDIC contract forms and practical contract administration.
* Familiarity with NEC and bespoke contractual arrangements is advantageous.
* Demonstrated experience managing high-value contracts through complex delivery stages.
* Strong understanding of procurement processes, commercial management principles, and contract risk.
* Proven capability reviewing claims, variations, change orders, and dispute-related matters.
* Able to interpret contractual provisions and translate them into practical project actions.
* Familiarity with Saudi Arabian regulations, regional construction practices, and industry standards.
* Experience working in PMO or major program environments is highly desirable.
* Strong analytical judgment when assessing contractual entitlement, risk, and financial exposure.
* Able to manage competing priorities while maintaining detail and contractual accuracy.
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills with confidence engaging senior stakeholders.
* MRICS or equivalent professional certification is preferred.
* Strong leadership capability with experience guiding commercial or contracts teams.
Skills Set
* FIDIC contracts
* NEC contracts
* Bespoke contracts
* Contract administration
* Contract interpretation
* Claims management
* Variation management
* Change control
* Change Requests
* Engineer\'s Instructions
* Variation Orders
* Contractual risk management
* Commercial management
* Procurement coordination
* Dispute resolution
* Contract negotiations
* Cost and commercial reporting
* Budget coordination
* Financial forecasting
* Contractor management
* Consultant management
* Supplier management
* Legal and regulatory compliance
* Saudi construction regulations
* PMO environments
* Contract governance
* Stakeholder management
* Commercial risk assessment
* Project management software
* Financial management tools
Why Join Us
Riyadh\'s major infrastructure and development programs require experienced contracts professionals capable of managing complex obligations, claims, changes, and commercial interfaces across high-value portfolios. This role provides broad responsibility within a multidisciplinary Delivery Partner environment and offers direct involvement in strategic contract decisions, negotiations, procurement coordination, and commercial governance. It is a strong opportunity for a senior contracts specialist seeking meaningful responsibility within Saudi Arabia\'s expanding Construction sector.
About the Company
Parsons Corporation delivers engineering, infrastructure, program management, and technology services for complex projects worldwide. Across Saudi Arabia, the company supports major development programs that require disciplined contract administration, commercial governance, risk management, and coordinated delivery across multiple stakeholders.
