Senior Contracts & Procurement Lead - Construction

DCOH; Darwin; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

DCOH invites applications for a Darwin-based senior contracts manager to lead procurement and contract administration for the Darwin Civic Centre Project. You will ensure contractual obligations are met, manage financial risk, and align procurement with project goals.

Working with project teams, subcontractors and stakeholders, you will negotiate, execute and oversee contracts, support cost control and compliance, and drive value through effective contract management.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Construction, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in senior contracts management in construction.
• Expertise in contract negotiation, administration, procurement, risk management, cost control.
• Proven leadership and ability to deliver high-value projects.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full contract lifecycle, from tendering and award through to execution and finalisation.
• Advise on contract terms, variations, claims management, and contractual compliance requirements.
• Oversee the administration of head contracts and subcontracts, ensuring contractual obligations are met.
• Develop and implement contract management systems to monitor deliverables, compliance, and project performance.
• Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with project objectives, budgets, and timelines.
• Manage subcontractor procurement activities, including tender documentation, evaluations, negotiations, and contract awards.
• Lead cost control activities through the review of forecasts, cost plans, budget reports, and commercial performance.
• Manage variations, progress claims, final accounts, and associated contractual documentation.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate contractual, commercial, and subcontractor-related risks.
• Lead the resolution of contractual matters and disputes in consultation with relevant stakeholders.
• Prepare and review commercial reports, procurement updates, and project performance information.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to support project delivery, cost control, quality, and compliance outcomes.
• Monitor project performance against key deliverables, milestones, and commercial objectives.
• Foster collaborative relationships with project teams, consultants, suppliers, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
• Contribute to a culture of accountability, teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement while representing DCOH in accordance with the Code of Conduct.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Procurement

Contract administration

Cost control

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Project management software

Education

Construction/Engineering degree

Tools

JobPac

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

DCOH invites applications for a Darwin-based senior contracts manager to lead procurement and contract administration for the Darwin Civic Centre Project. You will ensure contractual obligations are met, manage financial risk, and align procurement with project goals.

Working with project teams, subcontractors and stakeholders, you will negotiate, execute and oversee contracts, support cost control and compliance, and drive value through effective contract management.