Contracts Manager - Military veterans preferred

Saudi Arabia - Ar Riyad, Riyadh

Job Summary

The Contracts Manager is responsible for and will directly manage workload distribution, execution of work and personnel management within the contract and procurement department. Overseeing the formation and administration of contracts across project life cycle including: pre-qualification, compilation of bid requests, receipt of bids, bid evaluation, award, monitoring contractor performance, monitoring adherence to conditions of contract, back charges, resolution of claims and disputes, monitoring and approval of applications for payment through to final contract closure.

Role Responsibilities:

• Review, develop and enforce administrative procedures for effective and economic performance within terms and conditions of the contract and policies approved by the CCDM.

• Assists where required with the procurement process including, but not limited to, advance review of construction plans and specifications, assistance in preparation of solicitations, coordinating and scheduling prebid and post bid clarification meetings, amendment preparation and contract negotiations for EPMO.

• Develops and implements procedures for contract management and administration in compliance with EPMO policy. As appropriate, contribute to or influence company policies.

• Manages, directly or via Contracts Dept. staff, the administration of new and on-going Contracts, including monitoring contractor compliance with the Contract documents. Investigates problems and recommends corrective action.

• Manages, directly or via Contracts Dept. staff, the preparation of correspondence and maintains records necessary to ensure the effective administration of all Contractual matters.

• Administration, review and recommendation on contract changes, review and settlement of claims, resolution of disputes and contract change negotiations.

• Assists the Project Manager in contract close-out procedures to ensure that all terms and conditions of contracts have been complied with prior to final payment to contractor, release of bonds etc.

• Makes amendments to contractual documents as required.

• Prepares for final approval pre-qualification and selection of contractors

• Manages the bid evaluation process making final recommendation

• Ensures that all contractual procedures are implemented and maintained

• Provides governance on all commercial matters and approves all payments

• Advises on all matters contractual and commercial

• Ensures all departmental reporting is accurate and delivered within agreed timescale

• Manages all staff in compliance with Health, Safety and Environmental policies

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum fifteen (15) years of related work experience in contract law, contract drafting, administration and negotiation of change orders, preparing contractual correspondence, budget management, planning and scheduling. Thorough knowledge of prime contracts management administration as well as (sub) contract formation and administration, execution of office and field policies and procedures and documents relating to a multi-discipline construction program of works. General engineering background and Middle East project management experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Contract Law, Quantity Surveying or similar built environment subject ?

• Specific Project Management training and qualification

• Membership of a Chartered Institution (MICE/ MCIOB/ MRICS preferred)

What We Offer

When you join AECOM, you become part of a company that is

pioneering the future . Our teams around the world are involved in some of the most cutting-edge and innovative projects and programs of our time, addressing the big challenges of today and shaping the built environment for generations to come. We ensure a workplace that encourages growth, flexibility and creativity, as well as a company culture that champions

inclusion, diversity and overall

employee well-being through programs supported by company leadership. Our

core values define who we are, how we act and what we aspire to, which comes down to not only

delivering a better world , but working to “make amazing happen” in each neighborhood, community and city we touch. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

Job Category Cost Management and Consulting Services

Business Line Construction Services

Business Group Design and Consulting Services Group (DCS)

Country Saudi Arabia

Position Status Full-Time

Requisition/Vacancy No. 227357BR

Clearance Required No

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.