Senior Commercial and Contract Manager

Senior Commercial and Contract Manager Job Snapshot
- Role:
Senior Commercial and Contract Manager

- Location:

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Industry: Construction
- Function:
Contracts Administration

- Experience:

Minimum 15 years, including at least 5 years in Saudi Arabia or the GCC
- Job Type: Full Time
- Work Arrangement:
On-site

AECOM is seeking an experienced Senior Commercial and Contract Manager to support its Buildings and Places business in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This senior position is responsible for developing commercial strategies, managing complex contractual agreements, controlling commercial risks, and supporting profitable business operations. The successful candidate will oversee the complete contract lifecycle, from negotiation and drafting through execution, performance monitoring, renewal, and closure.

The role involves managing relationships with clients, vendors, suppliers, and business partners while ensuring contractual compliance, commercial efficiency, and alignment with organizational objectives. The position requires at least 15 years of progressive commercial or contract management experience, including a minimum of 5 years working in Saudi Arabia or the GCC. The ideal candidate will combine advanced contract negotiation capabilities, financial expertise, regional commercial knowledge, and the ability to manage complex commercial matters with considerable autonomy.

• Country:
  Saudi Arabia
• City:
  Riyadh
• Industry: Construction
• Function:
  Contracts Administration
• Salary:
  Not disclosed
• Gender: No Preference
• Candidate Nationality:
  Not specified
• Job Type: Full Time
• Work Arrangement:
  On-site

• Develop and implement commercial strategies that support profitability and competitive advantage.
• Evaluate commercial opportunities across business units and market segments.
• Align commercial objectives with organizational priorities and financial targets.
• Identify opportunities to improve contract value, pricing structures, and operating margins.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and relevant industry practices.
• Recommend commercial improvements based on market conditions and business requirements.
• Provide strategic commercial guidance to senior management.

• Lead negotiations involving clients, vendors, suppliers, and business partners.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and execute commercial contracts.
• Evaluate contractual terms to protect company interests and support favorable commercial outcomes.
• Manage complex negotiations involving multiple parties and competing requirements.
• Ensure agreements reflect approved commercial objectives and organizational policies.
• Coordinate contractual matters with legal, finance, operations, and other relevant departments.
• Provide expert guidance on contract interpretation and commercial obligations.

• Oversee contract activities from initial preparation through execution and closure.
• Manage contract creation, review, approval, implementation, and renewal processes.
• Monitor contractual performance and compliance with agreed obligations.
• Maintain accurate contract documentation and supporting records.
• Track contract milestones, renewal requirements, and outstanding contractual matters.
• Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to address contract performance issues.
• Ensure effective administration of commercial agreements throughout their lifecycle.

• Conduct risk assessments for proposed and existing commercial agreements.
• Identify contractual, financial, operational, and regulatory risks.
• Develop mitigation strategies to reduce commercial exposure.
• Evaluate complex contract provisions and their potential business implications.
• Coordinate with legal and financial stakeholders on significant commercial risks.
• Recommend appropriate contractual safeguards and risk management measures.
• Monitor emerging risks affecting commercial agreements and business performance.

• Oversee commercial relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance against contractual requirements.
• Evaluate opportunities for cost optimization and improved commercial terms.
• Address contractual performance issues with relevant suppliers.
• Review supplier obligations and compliance with agreed conditions.
• Support effective management of commercial relationships.
• Identify improvements that strengthen supplier performance and commercial efficiency.