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Senior Contracts Specialist

Website Globe 24-7

The Role
Globe 24-7 are working on behalf of our client who are seeking a Senior Contracts Specialist to manage and administer high-value contracts, ensuring successful project delivery and compliance with commercial and legal standards. This if a fly in, fly out expatriate style role on a 6-3 roster and offers flexibility around the point of hire, accommodating candidates form various international bases. This is the sort of role that will be a career highlight, with the opportunity to work on one of the biggest mining projects in the world, from the ground up. Our client is a Tier 1 international miner.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Contract Management:Lead the preparation of tender packages, review scopes of work, and ensure contract conditions meet project requirements.
  • Tender Process:Coordinate tender distribution, support commercial and technical evaluations, and manage the tender process with stakeholders.
  • Negotiations:Conduct and oversee commercial and legal negotiations with contractors, handling clarifications and departures during contractual discussions.
  • Contract Administration:Manage all contractual aspects of major contracts, including assessing monthly progress claims, variations, and delay claims.
  • Compliance:Ensure contractor adherence to all commercial requirements, including documentation, insurance certificates, and security documents.
  • Supplier Relations:Develop and maintain professional relationships with key suppliers and contractors, ensuring high standards are consistently met.
  • Risk Management:Identify and propose solutions for commercial risks, ensuring compliance with internal procedures and standards.
  • Financial Oversight:Manage relevant budgets, create purchase orders, review invoices, and ensure expenditure compliance.
  • Reporting:Contribute to regular reports on contractor performance and project progress. 

Qualifications:

  • Relevant degree/diploma in Business, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction Management, or Cost Engineering.
  • Minimum 10+ years of experience in contract management within the mining sector, ideally greenfield through construction to operations.
  • Proven experience with various contract types, including EPC, D&C, BOO, and Construction-only contracts.
  • Strong negotiation skills and a solid understanding of commercial agreements.
  • Excellent analytical, planning, and financial management skills. 

Why Join Us:

  • Work on one of the biggest mining projects in the world
  • Attractive expat salary and project bonuses
  • Be part of a company that values innovation, excellence, and collaboration.
  • Strong opportunities for professional growth.
  • Own your patch, drive best practice and continuous improvement
  • Work in a supportive environment where your contributions are recognized and rewarded.

If you are looking to progress your career with a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation, we invite you to apply by submitting your resume detailing your relevant experience. All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.

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