Contracts Team Leader Engineer

At Arabian Construction Company (ACC), effective contract management plays a vital role in protecting the company's interests, minimizing contractual risks, and ensuring successful project execution. We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Contracts Team Leader to lead our contracts activities, oversee contractual obligations, and ensure effective contract administration throughout all project phases.If you have strong contractual knowledge, leadership capabilities, and extensive experience in construction contracts, we invite you to join ACC and contribute to our legacy of engineering excellence.What You’ll AchieveContracts Management & Administration:Lead and supervise the contracts team, ensuring effective distribution and completion of assigned responsibilities.Oversee the review, interpretation, and administration of contracts, ensuring compliance with contractual terms and conditions.Manage pre-award and post-award contractual activities across projects.Review tender documents and recommend necessary contractual amendments to protect the company's interests.Ensure proper preparation, review, and management of contractual agreements and related documentation.Pre-Award & Post-Award Management:Review tender documents, contract conditions, and commercial requirements.Identify contractual risks and provide recommendations to minimize potential exposure.Monitor contractual obligations and ensure compliance throughout project execution.Manage contractual correspondence, notices, claims, variations, and extensions of time.Support project teams in resolving contractual issues and disputes.Ensure timely submission of contractual notices and responses in accordance with contract requirements.Risk Management & Coordination:Identify, assess, and manage contractual risks that may affect project performance and profitability.Provide contractual advice and guidance to project management and relevant departments.Coordinate with Tendering, Commercial, Technical, and Project Management teams to ensure alignment on contractual matters.Participate in negotiations with clients, consultants, and subcontractors when required.Monitor contractual changes and assess their potential impact on project cost and schedule.Team Leadership & Reporting:Lead, guide, and develop contracts team members to ensure high performance and professional development.Review the quality and accuracy of contractual documents, reports, and correspondence.Establish effective procedures for contract administration and documentation.Prepare periodic reports highlighting contractual risks, claims, variations, and outstanding matters.Maintain organized and updated records of all contractual documents and correspondence.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering.8–12 years of experience in Contract Management within the construction industry.Previous experience in a supervisory or team leadership role.Strong knowledge of construction contracts, particularly FIDIC.Excellent understanding of pre-award and post-award contract management.Strong negotiation, analytical, communication, and leadership skills.Very Good command of English.Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office.Why Join ACC?Joining ACC means being part of a forward-thinking, collaborative environment where your expertise and leadership will contribute to delivering landmark construction projects across the region. We value professional growth, continuous learning, and a culture of excellence.