Contracts Director - Commercial Management

Job Snapshot:
Role:
Contracts Director

Location:

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Industry: Construction Function:
Contracts Administration

Experience:

Minimum 20 years Job Type: Full Time

Position Overview:

Parsons is seeking a Contracts Director in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to provide strategic leadership for contract and commercial management within a multidisciplinary PMO environment supporting major infrastructure development. The role will manage complex contract portfolios, commercial risks, change management, claims, cost controls, negotiations, and contractual compliance across large-scale construction projects. The Contracts Director will work closely with the Client, contractors, consultants, suppliers, and internal project teams to protect commercial interests, maintain contractual compliance, manage financial exposure, and support delivery against approved budgets and schedules.

The position requires extensive experience across construction sectors and the ability to operate effectively within complex Design-Build environments.

Job Details:
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

• Administer complex contracts, including FIDIC, NEC, and bespoke contractual arrangements.
• Ensure contractual activities comply with agreed obligations and applicable Saudi Arabian laws.
• Provide strategic direction and leadership for contract management activities.
• Develop and implement commercial and contract management strategies aligned with project objectives.
• Provide expert advice on contract interpretation and contractual risk mitigation.
• Ensure compliance with contractual terms and conditions throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review Contractor and Client change requests and manage the associated change-control documentation.
• Progress relevant change documentation through the required processes to finalization of Engineer 's Instructions and Variation Orders.
• Lead assessment, negotiation, and resolution of significant variations and change orders.
• Manage contractual claims and support effective resolution of disputes.
• Represent the project in contractual and commercial discussions with relevant stakeholders.

• Monitor project costs and implement cost-control measures designed to prevent budget overruns.
• Prepare detailed financial reports, forecasts, and cost analyses for senior management and stakeholders.
• Identify contractual and financial risks at an early stage of the project lifecycle.
• Develop mitigation strategies to protect Parsons and Client interests.
• Identify, assess, and manage commercial risks throughout project delivery.
• Develop contingency plans for potential financial and contractual challenges.
• Support value optimization through effective commercial management and informed decision-making.
• Maintain accuracy and consistency in commercial and financial reporting.

• Establish disciplined processes for managing changes, variations, claims, and contractual liabilities.
• Assess the commercial and contractual implications of proposed changes.
• Coordinate documentation required to support change-management decisions.
• Lead negotiations involving significant contractual or commercial matters.
• Support dispute avoidance and resolution through accurate records, contract interpretation, and timely intervention.
• Monitor emerging risks and recommend appropriate commercial responses.
• Maintain alignment between contractual requirements, project objectives, and commercial outcomes.

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