Overview
We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Commercial 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.
Your role
- 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.
About you
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or related field.
- Minimum 15 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.
Rewards & benefits
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.
This includes:
- Tax-free salary.
- Life insurance coverage.
- Medical insurance.
- Annual leave balance.
- Company gratuity scheme.
- Discretionary bonus program.
- Annual flight contribution.
- Transportation & housing allowances.
- Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.
Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.
About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
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