Sr. Specialist, Contracts

Job description / Role

alfanar Construction is classified as a Grade I contractor by the Contractors Classification Committee of the Government of Saudi Arabia.

alfanar Construction is an Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) company with a track record of consistent growth. We have emerged as a strong EPC contractor in the Energy, Infrastructure as well as Engineering Services sectors in Saudi Arabia.

With the support of special purpose service units, alfanar Construction continuously strives to provide appropriate and timely solutions to clients, conforming to international standards.

The core EPC activities of alfanar Construction are in the fields of:
- Power and Water Projects
- Transmission and Distribution Projects
- Building Construction (Industrial & Commercial) Projects
- Electro-Mechanical projects

Purpose: The Contract Specialist will be responsible for the review and finalization of all client contractual documents, Subcontract/Consortium Agreements with partners in close coordination with the Legal Department.

Key Accountabilities and Activities:

Bid Preparation & Submission Activities:
- Study the complete tender documents and the draft contract provided by the client and prepare pre-bid legal and commercial clarification accordingly.
- Review the contractual terms, highlight contractual risks, and propose remedies.
- Coordinate closely with the Corporate Legal Department in preparation of NDA, Pre-Bid Agreements, Sub-Contract Agreement, and Consortium agreement.
- Ensure compliance with tender requirements for all legal and contractual documents required for the bid submission.
- Prepare draft agreements for Pre-Bid / sub-contract / Consortium associations as required.
- Coordinate with legal teams of other parties to address contractual concerns and reach resolutions.

Leadership Management:
- Establish coordination between all discipline engineers for a clear understanding of the scope of works.
- Manage high-risk contracts and/or categories, including governance, risk, performance, and financial management.
- Interpret contract requirements, terms, and conditions, ensuring all parties deliver on their responsibilities.
- Establish negotiation strategies and facilitate complex contractual negotiations.
- Lead market research to understand supply chain, risks, buyer behaviors, and other contractual impact factors.
- Lead the review of expiring contracts to shape future procurement strategy and propose risk mitigation measures.

After Award Tender Support:
- Support procurement efforts and review terms and conditions of purchases.
- Assist the execution team in resolving contractual issues related to tenders.
- Provide legal support in meetings with clients, vendors, and subcontractors.

Contract Management:
- Draft comprehensive contract documents that clearly define all parties' terms, conditions, and responsibilities.
- Collaborate for favorable contract terms through negotiation, ensuring mutual benefits.
- Assess risks in contract terms and conditions and propose mitigation strategies.
- Maintain accurate documentation and reporting on contract status and performance.
- Administer contracts, monitoring performance, deadlines, and obligations.

Quality Management:
- Ensure consideration of quality construction standards for bids and coordinate with the quality department for quality plans per bid requirements.

Main Contacts:
- Internal: S&PD General Manager & Discipline Managers, Supply Chain, Execution Department.
- External: Clients, Vendors, Sub-Contractors.

Requirements

Qualifications/Requirements:
- Experience: 8 - 15 years of proven working experience in legal firms dealing with contract finalization and dispute resolutions or in corporate sectors involved in EPC jobs.
- Skills: Strong understanding of contract law, legal terminology, industry-specific regulations, exceptional negotiation and communication skills, detail-oriented, proficient in contract management software and Microsoft Office Suite, excellent organizational and time-management abilities, strong problem-solving skills, ability to work independently and in teams.
- Knowledge: Must have knowledge of FIDIC and other industrial regulations.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering, with relevant field experience. Certifications such as Certified PMI Risk Management Professional and from The International Federation of Consulting Engineers preferred. A Master's degree is a plus.

About the Company

alfanar builds efficient energy systems & solutions of the present and sets up infrastructures for a brighter future.

We assist utility sector partners & customers in transforming cities into sustainable, habitable, and inclusive Smart Cities by harnessing renewable energy resources from wind, solar, and waste heat energy. Promoting the transition to a sustainable eco-conscious future.

Using world-class technologies, we develop unrivaled quality electrical solutions & products from our manufacturing facilities, to solve the world’s major energy challenges and make the world a better viable place.

Diligence, Efficiency, and Innovation are the key criteria our teams adopt in order to continuously provide effective solutions. We’re constantly equipping our teams with the tools they need to expand their horizons and reach higher grounds.

Being in an ever-changing environment with a crucial impact on their surroundings, our employees are nurtured to become keen thinkers with highly refined skills and a consistent outlook on the future, working together on finding the next big innovation.