Al Khobar, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia

Commercial & Contracts Director

 Job Description:

Our client is a prominent Real Estate company in KSA. They deliver superior solutions and services that satisfy the various needs of their clients in a diverse range of industries. They are looking for a Commercial & Contracts Director who will be responsible for managing and coordinating all contractual, commercial, and procurement activities throughout the project lifecycle.

Job Responsibilities:

  • RFP and Tendering Process Management:
    
    Oversee all Request for Proposal (RFP) and tendering processes, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and compliance with relevant policies and standards.
  • Vendor Selection & Management:
    
    Oversee vendor selection processes, manage key technology vendors, and ensure delivery of agreed levels of service and quality.
  • Contract Design & Management:
    
    Develop, review, and manage various agreements and contracts, ensuring clarity in obligations, rights, and rewards for all parties involved.
  • Compliance & Risk Management:
    
    Ensure compliance with all policies and legislation, identify commercial risks, and implement effective mitigation strategies.
  • Commercial Negotiations & Relationship Management:
    
    Lead negotiations to achieve commercially advantageous terms and develop and maintain productive relationships with key partners and stakeholders.
  • Operational Excellence & Expenditure Management:
    
    Control operational expenditure and uphold high service delivery standards, establishing best practice support models.
  • Performance Analysis & Optimization: 
    
    Conduct insightful analysis of supplier performance and optimize support costs and operational terms with vendors.
  • Dispute Resolution & Advisory Role:
    
    Resolve contractual disputes effectively and advise project and operations teams on all commercial aspects.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering (civil or related field).
  • 10+ years of relevant experience; at least 5 in construction.
  • Arabic Speaker; Fluent in English.
  • Exceptional negotiation and problem-solving skills.
  • FIDIC certificate or experience is a PLUS.