Senior Contract Manager

Job description / Role

Job description

We are looking for a highly skilled senior contracts manager with a strong PMC background to oversee the full lifecycle of contract management on complex, high-value projects. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in contract strategy, administration, and dispute resolution, with a proven track record in managing contracts within a PMC environment.

About AtkinsRu00e9alu00eds

Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRu00e9alu00eds is a world-class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in strategic sectors such as engineering services, nuclear and capital.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead the development, negotiation, and administration of contracts with clients, consultants, contractors, and suppliers.
• Ensure all contractual obligations are met and risks are identified and mitigated early.
• Provide strategic advice on contract structuring, procurement models, and commercial terms.
• Manage claims, variations, extensions of time (EOT), and dispute resolution processes.
• Liaise with legal teams and external counsel as needed.
• Monitor contract performance and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support tendering processes, including drafting RFPs, bid evaluations, and contract awards.
• Prepare and present contract status reports to senior management and stakeholders.
• Mentor junior contract administrators and commercial staff.

Qualifications & experience:

• Bachelor's degree in law, quantity surveying, engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in contract management, with at least 5 years in a PMC environment.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC, NEC, and other international contract standards.
• Experience in large-scale infrastructure, construction, or industrial projects.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Professional certifications such as MRICS, MCIOB, or equivalent are preferred.

Preferred attributes:

• Strong understanding of regional legal and regulatory frameworks (e.g., GCC/KSA).
• Ability to manage multiple contracts and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and commercially astute.
• Experience working with government or semi-government clients is a plus.

Why choose AtkinsRu00e9alu00eds?

• Tax-free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Comprehensive medical insurance coverage.
• Paid annual leave.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Relocation assistance.
• Transportation & housing allowances.
• Employee wellbeing program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, as well as personal health, fitness, and nutrition consulting.

Your difference makes a difference. We care for our people and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where you can thrive and build a future you want to be a part of.

AtkinsRu00e9alu00eds is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforces. We aim to provide quality and fairness for all job applicants and employees and not to discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction, or disablement. We oppose all forms of unlawful treatment and discrimination.

Our aim is for the company to be representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to a policy of treating all our employees and job applications equally.

We pursue this commitment by:

• Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implemented.
• Complying with the relevant employment legislation and codes of practice.
• Ensuring that all existing employees, potential employees, colleagues, and customers are treated equally and with respect.

Worker type

Employee

Job type

Regular

At AtkinsRu00e9alu00eds, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.