Senior Contracts & Procurement Professionals

Lewis Woolcott Pty; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working available

Annual bonus structures

Broad project exposure Australia-wide

Down-to-Earth leadership

Job summary

Lewis Woolcott Pty in Australia is seeking Senior Contracts and Procurement professionals to support a major infrastructure program in SE Queensland. You will manage contractual obligations, develop commercial strategies and lead pre-contracting activities.

The role requires a decade of industry experience, strong negotiation skills and a track record in procurement and contract management for infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, law or related field.
• Procurement principles, supplier management and contract negotiation.
• Felix experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and manage all contractual obligations.
• Develop and manage project commercial strategy and provide contractual, financial and commercial advice.
• Manage the pre-contracting stage – estimating handover, drafting contract documents, insurances, allocation of responsibility.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with objectives and best practices.
• Evaluate supplier relationships and identify opportunities for cost savings.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships; conduct performance reviews.
• Negotiate favourable contract terms, pricing and service-level agreements.
• Streamline procurement processes to drive efficiency and minimise risk.
• Oversee contract variations and extension-of-time claims.
• Manage commercial risk and opportunities; review tender documents when required.
• Provide claim-related advice; process and record project variations.

Job description

Lewis Woolcott is an Australian project advisory consultancy specialising in the commercial and performance disciplines that underpin successful major projects. We work alongside government organisations, contractors, asset owners and project delivery teams across infrastructure, energy, resources and utilities.

Our people combine hands-on project experience with specialist expertise across commercial management, project controls, PMO, planning, risk, procurement and dispute resolution.

We have recently been approached to provide a range of Contracts and Procurement expertise for a major infrastructure program in SE QLD. We are currently looking for Senior Contracts and Procurement professionals to support the delivery of a multi-billion-dollar program of work.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and review all existing contractual obligations.
• Develop and manage project commercial strategy, providing contractual, financial and commercial advice.
• Manage the pre-contracting stage – estimating handover, drafting contract documents, insurances, allocation of responsibility.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with objectives and best practices.
• Evaluate supplier relationships and identify opportunities for collaboration and cost savings.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships; conduct performance reviews.
• Negotiate favourable contract terms, pricing and service level agreements.
• Streamline procurement processes to drive efficiency, reduce cost and minimise risk.
• Oversee contract variations and extension-of-time claims.
• Manage commercial risk and opportunities; review tender documents when required.
• Provide claim-related advice; process and record project variations in accordance with head contractors.

Required Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, law, construction management, supply chain management or related field.
• Procurement principles and strategic sourcing; supplier relationship management; contract negotiation and vendor evaluation; procurement systems and tools (Felix experience ideal).
• Proven experience as a Senior Procurement / Contracts Specialist, consultant or similar, preferably within the infrastructure and construction sectors in Australia.
• High-level interpersonal, written and oral communication; ability to make logical decisions; prioritise and delegate; manage time and workload; work independently.
• Minimum 10 years' relevant experience in the construction industry; contract management; procurement, project management, planning, budgeting and cost control; understanding of relevant legislation; commercial acumen interpreting and applying contracts.
• Note: Candidates must have Australian permanent residency or citizenship.

What's on offer:

• Hybrid working available (3 days with client, 2 days remote).
• Competitive market salaries.
• Annual bonus structures.
• Ever-growing pipeline of diverse projects across infrastructure, resources and energy Australia wide, broadening your skills and project exposure.
• Down-to-Earth, highly experienced and approachable leadership team who are there to enable, not disable!

If you would like more information about these opportunities supporting an iconic project, please email [e-mail]