Contracts Administrator - Rail Projects

Contracts Administrator
- Rail Projects Job Snapshot

Role:
Contracts Administrator
- Rail Projects

Location:

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Industry: Construction

Function:
Contracts Administration

Experience:

Minimum 15 years

Job Type: Full-time

Contracts Administrator
- Rail Projects in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is a senior Construction opportunity supporting the long-term delivery of the Riyadh Metro through contract administration, claims management, commercial control, procurement compliance, and dispute resolution. Parsons is hiring an experienced contracts professional with extensive heavy civil and rail project exposure to manage complex contractual matters, negotiate major claims and variations, strengthen commercial governance, and support project leadership throughout the five-year assignment.

Job Details Country:
Saudi Arabia City:
Riyadh Industry: Construction Function:
Contracts Administration Salary:  Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer. Gender: Any Candidate Nationality:
Any Job Type: Full-time

Role Context The Contracts Administrator will play a senior role in protecting commercial and contractual interests across the Riyadh Metro project. Based primarily at the Riyadh Head Office, the position will also require visits to project sites to verify progress and understand issues affecting contractor performance, payments, claims, and contractual obligations. Working with the Package Manager, project executives, commercial teams, project managers, and other Contract Administrators, the role will provide structured oversight of contract performance from procurement and contract formulation through execution, cost management, claims assessment, negotiation, and dispute resolution.

The position will also contribute to stronger commercial controls by refining procedures, monitoring compliance, and guiding contract administration staff.

• Lead contract administration activities supporting the performance and delivery of major rail and heavy civil works.
• Monitor contracted services to ensure obligations are fulfilled, statutory requirements are satisfied, and required project outcomes are achieved.
• Coordinate contractual matters involving claims, disputes, contract interpretation, procurement requirements, variations, and cost analysis.
• Review contractual documentation and recommend revisions before approval and implementation.
• Confirm that contract terms and conditions remain aligned with approved procurement strategies and project requirements.
• Develop and maintain systems and procedures for monitoring internal and external contracts.
• Identify contractual compliance issues early and coordinate practical corrective actions with project stakeholders.
• Advise project leadership on appropriate construction procurement strategies, contract structures, and supporting agreements.
• Improve commercial processes by refining contract formulation methods, procedures, controls, and operating guidelines.
• Identify potential contractor claims and review submissions against contractual notification, substantiation, and entitlement requirements.
• Lead negotiations relating to significant claims, variations, and contractual settlements.
• Prepare client-side claims arising from contractor default or failure to meet contractual obligations.
• Calculate losses and financial consequences associated with non-performance and recommend appropriate contractual remedies.
• Assess variation entitlement and support commercial negotiations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain oversight of contract budgets and evaluate whether contractual arrangements continue to provide value for money.
• Review and approve payment certificates in accordance with contractual requirements and verified project progress.
• Examine subcontractor invoices and client billing documentation before financial processing.
• Coordinate contract cost management activities with commercial, quantity surveying, finance, and project controls teams.
• Support resolution of major disputes through detailed review of contractual records, correspondence, cost information, and project events.
• Maintain accurate contract administration records to provide clear audit trails for decisions, claims, payments, and variations.
• Visit project locations when necessary to validate actual construction progress and investigate contractual issues.
• Develop constructive relationships with contractors, consultants, client representatives, and senior project stakeholders.
• Co-manage experienced Contract Administration personnel and provide professional guidance on complex contractual matters.
• Critically review commercial recommendations and challenge assumptions when required to protect project interests.

The position requires a bachelor 's degree from an accredited university, preferably in Business, Law, Construction, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or another relevant discipline. Candidates should have at least 15 years of…