Senior Contracts Engineer/Officer

Role Overview

This position is for a senior-level contracts professional in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, responsible for managing the full lifecycle of contract activities, from drafting and negotiation through administration, compliance, and dispute handling.

Key Responsibilities

• Shape acquisition approaches for upcoming contract opportunities and support future contract planning.
• Prepare detailed contract documents that clearly set out the obligations, conditions, and responsibilities of every party.
• Work with internal teams and outside stakeholders to negotiate contract terms that are fair and advantageous.
• Review contract language to spot commercial and legal risks, then suggest practical ways to reduce exposure.
• Make sure agreements comply with applicable laws, industry rules, and company policies, and revise them when needed.
• Track contract execution, including timelines, deliverables, and obligations, and coordinate amendments or other required changes.
• Handle disagreements and contract disputes in a way that protects the organization while aiming for an amicable resolution.
• Keep complete records of contracts, correspondence, negotiations, and status updates, and share regular progress reports with management.
• Contribute to drafting contract paperwork and coordinate the signing process for works-related contracts.
• Guide and oversee national staff handling works contract administration.

Qualifications

A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Law, Business, or a related discipline is required. A master's degree is considered an added advantage.

Additional Information

This is a full-time, onsite role based in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia.