Sr Construction Materials Specialist

We are seeking a Senior Contract Advisor to join the SASREF+ EC Project Department.

The SASREF+ EC Project Department is responsible for establishing an Ethane Cracker Complex that will convert 187 MMSCFD Ethane into chemicals to improve downstream profitability by safely, sustainably, and economically Plan Forecast Change converting into valuable premium petrochemicals.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle Procurement development and execution of diverse contractual actions using sound business judgment to achieve optimal commercial outcomes in a timely manner to meet the operational needs.
• Provide complex technical advice and support to contract proponents from the conception of contract service requirements through the execution of a contract to the termination of the contract or service requirements.
• Review contractual issues objectively, and resolve disputed change orders in proactive manner and achieve appropriate resolutions; develop/ review different types of contracts/agreements for the projects.
• Conduct market analysis to determine the best type of contract for the project and provide alternatives.
• Implement Saudi Aramco Procurement Manual for all contracts and consciously monitor implementation.
• Develop/review change order packages and ensure compliance to related guidelines and procedures.
• Participate in negotiation meetings for all change orders.
• Ensure implementation of the supplier performance evaluation by project teams; as well as other procurement and contracts management related actions.
• As the successful candidate you will hold a Bachelors degree in in Engineering, Business/Public Administration, Law, Finance, Supply Chain Management or MIS from a recognized and approved program. An advanced degree is preferred.
• You will have 12 years’ experience in Contracts’ development and administration related to capital projects in Refining and Petrochemical industries, such that you are recognized as an expert.
• Good to have CIPS, ISM, APICS or equivalent certification.
• You must have mastery understanding of international procedures of projects phases, engineering, bidding procedures, procurement processes, construction and up to date best practices.
• You must have mastery understanding of contracts, contract documents, change management, & claim procedures and international experience along with experience working on large complex projects.
• You will also have Excellent English communication skills (verbal and written) and, presentation, interpersonal and networking skills.
• Five (5) years progressively responsible work or contact with auditing, accounting, and contracting techniques and procedures is preferred.
• Dynamic attitude towards project improvements & savings and Ability to work in a diverse working environment, with multinational teams, and mobilize to different locations, both domestically and internationally, including remote areas as needed are also necessary.

Work Location and Work Schedule

Work Location: Within Saudi Arabia – To be specified in Job offer

Work Schedule: Full Time - To be specified in Job offer

Job Duration

Job posting end date: 12/31/2026