Contract Manager
- Dammam, Ash Sharqiyah
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Draft, review, negotiate and amend contracts, and bring support to internal teams, including commercial, legal, and sourcing (e.g. civil works, public procurement, etc.) .
- Lead communications, notices and claims towards Customers and supplier
- Maintain strong partnership with Project Management and Supply Chain teams
- Ensure all contracts comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain accurate records of all contract-related documents and communications.
- Identify potential risks & opportunities in contract terms and conditions.
- Develop strategies to mitigate contractual risks.
- Monitor compliance with contractual obligations and address any issues promptly (Planning deviations, performance gaps, budget overrun, scope creep)
- Work with and be part of internal teams, including legal, finance, engineering and project management, to ensure contract terms are understood and adhered to.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for contract-related inquiries, claims management, and disputes.
- Maintain coordination over consortium / JV partners, channels.
- Continuously improve contract management processes (including handovers), policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Continuously improve Claim Risk tracker reporting to enhance customer claim monitoring and adequate flow down to vendors.
- Raise awareness and train our project teams about best practices in terms of contact management.
- Prepare regular reports on contract status, compliance, and performance.
- Analyze contract data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Lead contract reviews
- Master’s degree in business administration, Law, or a related field
- Minimum 10 years of experience in contract management or a similar role, in an international context
- Proficiency in contract management software and Microsoft Office Suite
- Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations (including EHS) in Saudi Arabia
- Arabic is a must
- Certification in contract management (e.g., Certified Professional Contract Manager – CPCM), CIPS, and FIDIC knowledge is valued
- Knowledge of international laws and treaties, such as the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG)
- Experience in construction projects within Middle East area
- Experience in the segment of industrial equipment and systems (oil & gas, industry, marine)
- Proven ability in negotiation, analytical and synthetic mindset
- Strong understanding of contract law and legal terminology.
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills