Contracts Specialist

Bechtel; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel is seeking a Contracts Specialist to support assigned contract packages across the full lifecycle, from formation through closeout, on a mining project. You will work with Engineering, Construction, Operations and Supply Chain to navigate commercial issues and ensure contractual commitments are clearly understood and managed.

The role requires strong acumen, initiative and collaboration in a fast-paced team.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree or international equivalent, and 5–8 years of relevant experience, or 9–12 years of relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Implements contract management activities for assigned packages.
• Manages contracts through progress reviews, performance and issues.
• Coordinates with project staff on rights, obligations and performance.
• Negotiates and settles less complex contract changes.
• Prepares status reports and uses automation tools for admin and reporting.
• Contributes to meetings and ensures contract terms are understood by the team.

Skills

Contract formation

Contract administration

Change management

Negotiation

Contract closeout

Stakeholder collaboration

Digital Supply Chain tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree or international equivalent

Job description

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Project Overview:

Join a high-performing team delivering a mining project involving the replacement of two bucket-wheel reclaimers and associated infrastructure.

The project includes the design, procurement, installation and commissioning of two new reclaimers, together with structural, mechanical, electrical, communications, civil and supporting infrastructure works. Delivered within an integrated owner-EPCM environment, the project requires close collaboration across engineering, construction, operations and supply chain functions.

This is an opportunity to contribute to the commercial delivery of multiple high-value contract packages within a dynamic and technically complex project environment.

Job Summary:

As a Contracts Specialist, you will support assigned contract packages across the full contract lifecycle, with an initial focus on contract formation activities including tender preparation, commercial evaluation, negotiation and award. As the project progresses, the role will transition into contract administration and management, including change management, commercial correspondence, performance management and contract closeout.

Working closely with Engineering, Construction, Operations and Supply Chain, you will help navigate commercial and contractual issues, support effective decision-making and ensure contractual commitments are clearly understood and effectively managed.

The role will suit a commercially astute contracts professional who can manage competing priorities and consistently deliver high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced project environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate initiative, accountability and strong commercial acumen, while building effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders and delivering practical commercial outcomes. Working within a collaborative and supportive project team, you will be expected to take ownership of your work and contribute positively to the success of the broader team

Experience in mining, construction, major projects or EPCM environments, together with demonstrated experience in contract formation and tendering, will be highly regarded.

Major Responsibilities:

Contract Management

• Implements the Bechtel Supply Chain Assignment Schedule and applicable Standard Work Process Procedures for assigned contract management activities.
• Manages assigned contracts through continual review of progress, performance, and emerging financial or technical issues.
• Coordinates with designated project staff on operational activities affecting contractual rights and obligations, contract performance, and other major matters.
• Manages less complex contract changes, including negotiation and settlement in accordance with established procedures and delegated authority.
• Participates in contractual discussions of low to moderate complexity and communicates contract terms and conditions to support mutual understanding across the project team.
• Prepares periodic status reports for management and uses Digital Supply Chain and other automation tools to support contract administration, reporting, and record management.

Contract Formation

• Forms and awards moderately complex contracts and service agreements in accordance with project procedures.
• Conforms contracts, ensures execution, and directs negotiation in the commitment of assigned contracts.
• Develops and issues bid request packages, addenda, contracts, and service agreements as assigned.
• Prepares bidders’ lists, pre-qualifies bidders, coordinates bidder questions, receives bids, and commercially evaluates bid submissions.
• Prepares commercial bid summaries and recommendations, obtains required approvals, and prepares contract documents for execution.
• Coordinates with Engineering, Construction, and/or Operations to assist with service requisitions and scopes of work so that contract formation requirements are clearly understood and can be processed effectively.
• Prepares, organizes, and conducts assigned meetings, including pre-bid, bid clarification, and pre-award meetings, and issues meeting notes identifying key decisions, required actions, and schedules.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree, or international equivalent, and 5-8 years of relevant experience, or 9-12 years of relevant work experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Skilled and proficient knowledge of contract formation, administration, change management, negotiation, and contract closeout practices.
• Ability to resolve a wide range of contract issues using sound judgement, established procedures, and discipline knowledge.
• Demonstrated capability to select appropriate methods and techniques for obtaining solutions to diverse contract and commercial matters.
• Ability to network and work effectively with internal and external stakeholders in own area of expertise.
• Experience using Digital Supply Chain and other automation tools to support contract formation, administration, reporting, and compliance activities.

Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

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