Contracts Manager (Transportation Infrastructure Projects)

egisgroup

Riyadh, Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia · Riyadh · Saudi Arabia

Posted May 25, 2026

Full-time
On-site
Mid-Senior Level

Job description

Company Description Egis is an international player active in architecture, consulting, construction engineering and mobility services. We create and operate intelligent infrastructures and buildings that respond to the climate emergency and contribute to more balanced, sustainable and resilient territorial development. Operating in 100 countries, Egis puts the expertise of its 19,500 employees at the service of its clients and develops cutting-edge innovations accessible to all projects. Through its wide range of activities, Egis is a key player in the collective organization of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world. With 3,500 employees across 8 countries in the Middle East, Egis has delivered over 700 complex development projects, stimulating economic growth and enhancing quality of life. Ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), Egis is committed to sustainable development. The Group’s operations in the Middle East are built on strategic acquisitions and a deep understanding of local market conditions. Egis’ long history of providing comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services makes it a trusted partner for regional governments, investors, and developers. Job Description We are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Contracts Manager to join our Transportation Business Line based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, supporting the delivery of major infrastructure and railway projects across the Kingdom and wider region. The successful candidate will play a key role in the commercial and contractual management of large-scale transport infrastructure programmes, while also supporting the regional business on other transportation and infrastructure projects as required. This role requires strong contract administration, commercial management, reporting, and stakeholder coordination skills within major infrastructure, rail, transport, or engineering consultancy environments. Key Responsibilities • Manage the contractual and commercial administration of major infrastructure and transportation projects. • Prepare, manage, and review payment applications, invoices, and commercial submissions in accordance with contractual requirements. • Support project commercial reporting, cost tracking, forecasting, and management reporting activities. • Draft, review, and negotiate contractual correspondence, notices, variations, and commercial submissions. • Administer consultancy agreements, subcontract agreements, and client contracts in accordance with project requirements. • Support the management of variations, claims, extensions of time, and contractual change processes. • Review contractual obligations and identify commercial and contractual risks and opportunities. • Liaise with project teams, clients, subcontractors, and legal/commercial stakeholders on contractual matters. • Support procurement and tendering activities, including review of RFPs, tender qualifications, and contract terms. • Maintain contract registers, commercial records, trackers, and project correspondence. • Prepare and present commercial and contractual reports to senior management and project stakeholders. • Provide contractual and commercial support across other regional transportation and infrastructure projects as required. • Ensure compliance with company governance procedures and contractual policies. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Law, Engineering, or related discipline. • Minimum 5–10 years’ experience in contracts/commercial management within infrastructure, transportation, rail, or engineering consultancy sectors. • Strong understanding of consultancy agreements and major forms of contract (FIDIC experience preferred). • Experience managing payment applications, variations, claims, EOTs, and commercial negotiations on large-scale projects. • Excellent drafting and contractual correspondence skills. • Strong commercial awareness and ability to manage multiple stakeholders. • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including commercial trackers, reporting, and data management. • Strong reporting and analytical skills with the ability to present clear commercial updates to management. • Experience working in the Middle East region is preferred. • Ability to work independently and support multiple projects simultaneously. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Additional Information