Contracts Lead - Projects

Page Executive; Perth; On-site; AUD 160,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Page Executive is seeking a Senior Contracts Specialist for a major mining project in Western Australia. The role focuses on procurement, tendering, and contract award across diverse package disciplines, with emphasis on commercial outcomes, risk management and stakeholder engagement.

You will lead procurement strategy, supplier negotiations and contract structures while collaborating with engineering teams. The fixed-term contract runs for 15 months with opportunities for site travel in WA.

Qualifications

• Experience managing high value contracts and commercial negotiations.
• Deep knowledge of contract law and procurement methodologies.
• Experience overseeing project-related contracts in mining or resources.
• Familiarity with EPCM or integrated contract owner environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex contract packages from procurement strategy to award.
• Develop and execute tendering and contracting strategies for major project packages.
• Prepare and manage Pre-Contracts processes, including tender documentation and commercial requirements.
• Lead commercial evaluation of tender submissions and risk/opportunities.
• Negotiate with contractors and suppliers to achieve favorable outcomes.
• Develop commercial terms and risk allocation for each package.
• Coordinate with engineering and construction teams to align contracting strategies with project requirements.
• Manage clarification, negotiation, recommendation and award of contracts.
• Procure packages across SMP, E&I, civil and earthworks, construction, infrastructure, equipment supply and services.
• Engage with contractors and market to drive competitive tension.

Skills

Contract management

Commercial negotiations

Procurement methodology

Contract law knowledge

Stakeholder management

EPCM experience

Negotiation skills

Regional WA travel

Job description

About Our Client

My client is a well-capitalised and growing ASX listed resources company recognised for its production of essential minerals which are helping to deliver a sustainable future. With significant investment in long-life assets and a strong focus on creating lasting value for regional communities, they are the first Australian operation of its kind with one of the worlds most significant long term projects within their commodity.

Contract Details

• 15 Month Fixed Term Contract
• Growing Mining Company

Job Description

As Senior Contracts Specialist, you will play a key role in the procurement and award of major contract packages supporting a significant capital project.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing complex contract packages from procurement strategy and market engagement through to contract award
• Developing and executing tendering and contracting strategies for major project packages
• Preparing and managing the Pre-Contracts processes, including tender documentation and commercial requirements
• Leading the commercial evaluation of tender submissions, identifying key commercial risks and opportunities
• Leading negotiations with contractors and suppliers to achieve strong commercial outcomes
• Developing appropriate commercial terms, contract structures and risk allocation for each package
• Working closely with engineering, project and construction teams to ensure contracting strategies align with project requirements
• Managing the clarification, negotiation, recommendation and award of contracts
• Procuring packages across disciplines including Structural, Mechanical and Piping (SMP), Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I), civil and earthworks, construction, infrastructure, equipment supply and associated project services
• Engaging with contractors and the wider market to support competitive tension and effective procurement outcomes

Successful Applicant

You will be an experienced contracts specialist across project procurement ideally within a resources environment. You will bring;

• A track record of success managing high value contracts, commercial negotiations and developing supplier relationships
• Deep knowledge of contract law, procurement methodology and commercial risk management
• Experience overseeing a range project related contracts
• You will ideally have experience working in an EPCM or an integrated contract owner environment
• Demonstrated ability to influence, negotiate and communicate with site based stakeholders
• The role will require some regional WA travel, approximately once a month

What's On Offer

The role will provide an opportunity to be part of a growing mining business with an Australian first operation. You will play a crucial role in the progress of a diverse portfolio of projects contracts among the broader team growth. You will be led by a highly regarded and experienced professional in a flexible and collaborative team. The role will be a fixed term with full eligibility for paid leave.

• Fixed-term contract through until March 2028
• Salary of AUD $160,000 - $170,000 Plus Super
• Location in West Perth with monthly site travel within WA

Job Reference

Quote job ref: JN-102026-7129472