Contract Manager

This role offers a unique opportunity to engage from construction to operations and maintenance phases of one or more of our projects and / or assets concerning large scale power generation and water desalination technologies. This role promises stability and a long-term impact. If you are passionate about energy transition and eager to make a tangible difference, we invite you to be part of this transformative journey.

Objective The Contract Manager is primarily responsible for the contract management of all the allied project agreements of the construction phase and operating phase of one or more projects within the ‘Gen International’ portfolio in KSA comprising of Independent Water and / or Power Projects, with a specific focus on warranty and claim management, including negotiation and monitoring.

Job responsibility

Monitors and supports warranty and claims management, the offtaker, O&M company and the contractor side.

Reviews and analyzes contractual documents to identify risks and opportunities to optimize the project value and provide advice on the implications of contractual clauses.

Ensure contract management activities align with the project contract and regulatory requirements.

Develop and implement risk management strategies to mitigate potential contract-related risks.

Negotiate directly with the EPC contractor / Offtaker / O&M Contractor to resolve contractual issues and ensure compliance with contract terms and the WPA / PPA.

Manage the events : notifications, changes, contract communications and related documentation

Liaises with the Project Company CEO and the legal team where necessary to review and provide inputs to critical contractual correspondences.

Reviews the arrangement and administration of all project bonds, guarantees and insurances in accordance with the contractual obligations.

Monitors contracts execution against identified KPIs : deliverables, milestones, contract commitments, claims and performance.

Ensures that the project company staff is fully aware of their contractual obligations and of their impacts. Participates in contract briefings and provides advice in responding to contractual queries and assist proactively in the resolution of the issues.

Advises on contractual implications of proposed changes and ensure that any contractual changes that result from change requests are drafted and approved by relevant parties.

Ensures with legal team that all legal documents are correctly maintained and updated.

Supports the collection and sharing of « Return of Experience » (REX) / Lessons Learned.

Ensure contract management tasks are scheduled without interfering with project goals.

Develop and implement plans and procedures for contract administration and compliance.

Promote SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality) procedures and guidelines in contract management.

Qualification / Experience / Knowledge and Skills

Minimum of 10 years’ experience in contract management in a construction and operation and maintenance environment, preferably in power plants or large-scale infrastructure projects.

Proven experience in management of international industrial projects (including on-site).

Engineering degree or equivalent

In-depth understanding of contract management practices and procedures.

Proficiency in technical aspects of contract administration and compliance.

Technical career path in at least one of the Group's core businesses

Organized, rigorous, ability to step back

Inter‑functional, intercultural and interpersonal facilitation skills

Ability to listen, lead and convince in a non‑hierarchical position

High negotiation capability maintaining a balance between assertiveness and flexibility

High standard of Oral and written communication skills

Competency in Microsoft Office is essential.

Education

Engineering / Legal / Business Development

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Business Development, Legal, and Engineering

Industries Electric Power Generation, Services for Renewable Energy, and Construction

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