Line of Service

Internal Firm Services

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

IFS - Internal Firm Services - Other

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

Job Details

Job Summary:

What does this role aim to achieve in the firm/what impact does the role create 

A career in our Capital Projects & Infrastructure Managed Services team will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients understand where they might have vulnerabilities and develop solutions to manage the risks involved. We prevent, respond to, and remediate a wide range of business threats, risks and complex issues.

 

Our team helps clients plan, finance, manage and deliver large scale capital projects and infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of contract management, negotiation, and compliance, combined with the ability to support various engineering projects, manage stakeholders, and mitigate risks. As a key player in our projects, the Contracts Engineer will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, and managing contractual agreements, ensuring that they align with company policies, client specifications, and legal requirements.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Daily tasks and delivery expectation 

You'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this level include but are not limited to:

Contract Drafting & Review:

Prepare, review, and negotiate contracts for a variety of projects, ensuring clear, accurate terms and conditions that align with project objectives and legal standards.

Draft contractual documents, including scope of work, terms of payment, indemnity clauses, risk management provisions, and timelines.

Assess and mitigate potential risks related to contract performance, compliance, and commercial obligations.

Contract Administration:

Administer and manage contracts throughout their lifecycle, ensuring timely execution, monitoring, and performance of all parties.

Track and manage milestones, deliverables, and changes to scope, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.

Maintain organized records of all contract-related documentation, including amendments, extensions, and correspondence.

Negotiation & Stakeholder Management:

Liaise with internal teams (legal, procurement, project management) and external stakeholders (clients, suppliers, subcontractors) to resolve contract-related issues and ensure smooth contract execution.

Negotiate terms, payment schedules, and change orders with clients and subcontractors.

Advise on the impact of contract terms and changes on project costs, schedules, and performance.

Risk Management & Compliance:

Identify potential risks related to contract performance and take proactive steps to mitigate them.

Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and corporate governance requirements.

Monitor and report on contract performance, including any potential breaches or disputes, and provide guidance on resolution strategies.

Reporting & Documentation:

Prepare regular reports on contract status, progress, and performance metrics for senior management and stakeholders.

Assist in preparing claims, disputes, and resolution documentation as needed.

Collaboration:

Work closely with project managers and other technical teams to understand project requirements and ensure contracts reflect the necessary details.

Provide advice and support to cross-functional teams on contractual matters throughout project lifecycles.

Expected Skills:

Specific learned abilities or technical skills 

Overall Project Management

Procurement and Tendering.

Contract drafting.

Contract administration.

Communications Management and Reporting.

Negotiation & Stakeholder Management.

Risk Management.

Claims Management.

Project Controls.

Data Analysis.

Ability to manage multiple contracts and prioritize effectively.

Proficiency in contract management software and MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Expected Competencies:

Values, behaviors & attitude

Leadership.

Strategic mindset.

Stakeholder management.

Ability to influence.

Communicate with impact. 

Project management.

Results driven.

Drive organizational excellence.

Required Language Skills:

Proficient in written and spoken English and Arabic.

Minimum Education and Specific Qualification:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent.

FIDIC Knowledge.

KSA contract knowledge is preferable.

Years of Experience:

Minimum of 5 years of professional work experience in project management and project controls, including contract drafting, contract administration, procurement and tendering, reporting and communications, contract management, negotiation, and compliance, combined with the ability to support various engineering projects, manage stakeholders, and mitigate risks. As a key player in our projects, the Contracts Engineer will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, and managing contractual agreements, ensuring that they align with company policies, client specifications, and legal requirements. Preferably in the Middle East region.

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required:

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Automation, Automation Framework Design and Development, Automation Solutions, Budgetary Management, Business Process Automation (BPA), Business Process Improvement, Business Process Outsourcing, Business Transformation, Communication, Continuous Process Improvement, Creativity, Data Quality Automation, Deliverable Planning, Delivery Excellence, Design Automation, Digital Transformation, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity {+ 24 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Up to 20%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

Job Posting End Date