Contract Administrator - Senior

Future Generation Joint Venture - FGJV

Snowy Monaro Regional Council

On-site

AUD 140,000 - 210,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Future Generation Joint Venture (FGJV) is seeking a senior Contracts/Commercial Manager to lead contractual management and administration on major infrastructure contracts such as Snowy 2.0 in NSW, Australia. You will ensure risk minimisation, robust governance, and timely commercial outcomes for complex head contracts and subcontractor arrangements.

Key responsibilities include negotiating terms, managing interim and final payments, and ensuring compliance with project policies, cost reporting,

Qualifications

Experience in commercial management and governance for major infrastructure projects.
Minimum 10 years in Contracts Administration for a major international tier 1 contractor.
Tertiary qualification or equivalent + White Card as a minimum credential.

Responsibilities

Prepare interim progress claims and final accounts, ensuring timely payment.
Negotiate subcontract terms and conditions with clients and subcontractors.
Manage subcontract progress payments, variations and contractual claims.
Oversee procurement and negotiation of civil, engineering, supply and construction contracts.
Forecasting and commercial reporting, and compliance with project policies and guidelines (including Security of Payments Act).
Assist in cost reporting and analytical reviews for management.

Skills

Contract management

Deed requirements

Subcontractor contracts

Contract law

Technical writing

Data management

Analytical

Interpersonal skills

Construction regulations

Negotiation

Problem solving

Initiative

Collaboration

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

MS Office

Education

Tertiary qualification or equivalent

White Card

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Future Generation Joint Venture brings together the combined engineering experience and expertise of WeBuild, Clough and Lane and has been selected to design construct Snowy 2.0. This project is based within the Snowy Mountains in NSW and will deliver one of the largest pumped hydro schemes in the world.

Snowy 2.0 is the next chapter in the Snowy Scheme's history. It is the largest committed renewable energy project in Australia and will provide on-demand energy and large-scale storage for many generations to come. This Iconic Project has and will continue to create its own legacy in Australian history.

Purpose of the Role

Lead the contractual management and administration of Project contracts to ensure risks are minimised and best for FGJV outcomes are achieved.

Qualifications

Relevant tertiary qualification (Business, Commerce, Engineering, Law etc) or equivalent relevant experience
White Card

Experience

Comprehensive experience and knowledge of the commercial management and governance requirements of major infrastructure projects

Minimum 10 years of experience in Contracts Administration working for a major international tier 1 construction contractor

Required Competencies

Well-developed knowledge of the principles and practices of contract and commercial/finance management
Thorough understanding of the Project Deed requirements
Thorough understanding of Subcontractor contracts
A sound understanding of contracts and contract law
Solid technical writing and communication skills
Strong data management, analytical, interpersonal and organisational skills
Strong understanding of construction regulations and law
Ability to understand and articulate contractual rights and positions
Sound negotiation and problem-solving skills
Strong Initiative and proactive nature
Key collaborative skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Well-developed time management skills
High attention to detail
Exceptional knowledge and ability in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint

Core Accountabilities and Responsibilities

Where relevant:
- Manage the preparation and submission of interim progress claims and final accounts, ensuring timely payment
- Assist in the quantification of Head Contract Scope changes and all subsequent negotiations with the client
- Manage subcontract progress payment claims, variations, contractual claims and final accounts in accordance with the terms of subcontracts
- Undertake the procurement and negotiation of various civil, engineering, supply and construction contracts Management of the processes for extensions of time, variations and claims for additional payments
- Prepare Subcontract Agreements and negotiate terms and conditions with Subcontractors as required
- Negotiate contract terms and conditions with customers/subcontractors as authorised by senior management in liaison with project management, as per policies, procedures and guidelines
Ensure project managers and all relevant project staff understand and comply with commercial requirements in contracts with customers and major/high risk subcontracts as per policies, procedures, and guidelines
Working collaboratively with all stakeholders, providing support on relevant contract administration matters
Ensuring contractual documents are adequately prepared, reviewed and approved prior to their issue for use
Ensuring compliance with policies, guidelines, and standards regarding Document Control
Negotiation and administration of contractual matters
Forecasting and commercial reporting.
Apply the commercial and contractual requirements of the Security of Payments Act
Manage any disputes or major claims with subcontractor or the Client
Ensure that stakeholders are actively engaged and that beneficial relationships between the project and the client, subcontractors, community and other external parties are developed and maintained
Manage contractual claims and final accounts, ensuring timely payment
Manage contractual issues associated with client / subcontractors/suppliers and provide advice to delivery and management teams on contractual issues
Assist the Contract Manager in the preparation of monthly reports
Manage the compilation and collation of cost related information and reports Analyse financial and costs reports, identifying existing or potential variances/trends, providing recommendations as appropriate for agreement with the Department
Oversee the target cost estimate process for the project confirming that the rail team procedures are adhered to, and that the value for money is being achieved.

The above listed authorities & responsibilities are only a guide and may change as directed by your Manager/Supervisor or as per the requirements of FGJV Management.

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