We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Contracts Manager Pre-Award to join our team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The Contracts Manager (Pre-Contract) will be responsible for managing all pre-award contractual and commercial activities related to procurement and subcontracting for solar EPC projects.
Key Responsibilities:
Pre-Contract & Tendering
- Lead pre-contract commercial and contractual activities for procurement packages (modules, inverters, BOS, trackers, civil & electrical works, O&M, logistics, etc.).
- Review RFQs, RFPs, and tender documents to ensure clear commercial and contractual terms.
- Support bid teams during techno-commercial evaluations and negotiations.
- Prepare contract strategies aligned with project risk profiles and company policies.
Contract Drafting & Negotiation
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts including EPC subcontracts, supply agreements, framework agreements, and service contracts.
- Ensure contracts adequately address scope, pricing, delivery schedules, LDs, warranties, payment terms, change management, and risk allocation.
- Coordinate with Legal, Engineering, Project, Finance, and SCM teams during negotiations.
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws, company policies, and client contract flow-down requirements.
Commercial & Risk Management
- Identify contractual and commercial risks during pre-contract stage and propose mitigation measures.
- Ensure back-to-back alignment between client contracts and vendor/subcontractor contracts.
- Support preparation of deviations, clarifications, and negotiation summaries for approvals.
- Assist in finalization of contract value, payment milestones, and securities (BGs, LC, retention).
Education & Experience:
- 612 years of experience in contracts management, preferably in solar EPC / renewable energy / infrastructure projects
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Law, Commerce, or Business Administration
- Postgraduate qualification in Contract Management / Construction Law is an advantage
- Strong exposure to pre-contracts, procurement contracts, and subcontracting
