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Role overview

Wood is looking for a Principal Contracts professional to join its projects team in support of a major development at a remote site in Saudi Arabia. The assignment is tied to the delivery of a new gold mine and processing plant, with a focus on managing contracts connected to site services such as camp operations, logistics, maintenance, and general support services.

What you will do

Handle vendor agreements from award stage through to completion, making sure all project and company requirements are met.
Assess contract deliverables, change requests, variations, and claims to confirm they match the agreed terms.
Make sure commercial and contractual obligations stay aligned with the needs of the project, the organization, and the client.
Act as the main point of contact between vendors, engineering teams, procurement, and client stakeholders when commercial or contractual matters need to be resolved.
Support audits, supplier performance reviews, and final contract close-out activities.
Track key milestones, schedules, and financial commitments so delivery remains on time and reporting stays accurate.
Spot potential risks early and help develop actions to reduce issues related to vendor performance and contract compliance.

What the role requires

A bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Law, or another relevant field.
At least 10 years of experience in contract management on EPC or EPCM projects.
Strong exposure to OEM and equipment supply contracts; experience with technology provider vendors or similar suppliers is an advantage.
Good working knowledge of FIDIC or comparable contract structures.
Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder coordination abilities.
Sharp analytical skills and careful attention to commercial and contractual details.

Benefits and support

Medical insurance that covers specialist treatment for the employee and eligible family members living in the country, including pre-existing conditions, subject to local KSA CCHI rules.
No cap on the number of covered children, although age and coverage limits still apply in line with KSA regulations.
Optional upgraded medical coverage available at the employee’s cost.
Employee Assistance Programme for confidential support with personal or work-related concerns affecting mental, physical, social, and financial wellbeing.
GOSI social insurance contributions for eligible KSA employees, paid by the company according to government requirements.
End-of-service gratuity provided under KSA Labour Law.
Fully paid examination leave, subject to company approval, for an unrepeated year exam when enrolled in or continuing at an educational institute; the leave must be requested at least 15 days before the exam.
One reimbursable professional membership, registration, subscription, certification, or license per year, provided it is relevant to the role or part of a development plan.
Inspire Awards recognition programme for colleagues who demonstrate outstanding contribution, innovation, and commitment.
Long Service Award recognition at 5-year service milestones.
Career development support with goal setting, feedback, coaching, mentoring, and continuous learning resources.

About the company

Wood is a global consultancy, engineering, and operations business serving the energy and materials sectors. With around 33,000 people across about 50 countries, the company supports clients across the full asset lifecycle and aims to deliver safe, reliable outcomes while enabling stronger operations and a lower-carbon future. Wood is part of Sidara, a global partnership bringing together multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management firms.

Equal opportunity

Wood states that it is an equal opportunity employer and evaluates all suitably qualified applicants using objective criteria, without discrimination based on race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

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