Senior Contracts & Procurement Specialist - Mining Projects

Fortescue Pre-Order Sales; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortescue is seeking an experienced Senior Contracts & Procurement Specialist to support its Capital Sustaining Projects Portfolio in Perth, Western Australia. You will manage tendering and contract processes for construction works, services, capital equipment and materials, as well as post-award contract administration and close-out.

Reporting to the Contracts Manager, you will work closely with project teams to support schedules and budgets through effective sourcing and contract

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in contract administration within mining construction projects.
• Experience developing and evaluating tender packages and negotiating commercial terms.
• Strong written skills, with the ability to prepare clear and well-structured contract documentation.
• Ability to manage multiple work packages and competing priorities with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate and evaluate tender packages for construction works, services, capital equipment and materials.
• Lead sourcing activities in line with project controls and Fortescue's contracts and procurement policies.
• Negotiate contract terms, conditions and pricing to support project schedules and budgets.
• Prepare clear, well-structured contract and procurement documentation, including detailed pricing schedules, methods of measurement and rules of credit.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and contribute to value through competitive sourcing and effective contract management.
• Administer contracts, including correspondence, notices, payment claims, variations and extensions of time.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract administration

Stakeholder engagement

Contract documentation

Job description

Fortescue is seeking an experienced Senior Contracts & Procurement Specialist to support its Capital Sustaining Projects Portfolio in Perth, Western Australia. You will manage tendering and contract processes for construction works, services, capital equipment and materials, as well as post-award contract administration and close-out.

Reporting to the Contracts Manager, you will work closely with project teams to support schedules and budgets through effective sourcing and contract