Snr Contract Specialist

Requisition ID: 281574 

•  Relocation Authorized: None 
• Telework Type: Part-Time Telework 
• Work Location: Brisbane, QLD 

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Project Overview:

After more than 35 years operating as a successful uranium mine, the Ranger Project is entering its rehabilitation stage and offers an exciting opportunity for you to make a positive impact on the environment. ERA has engaged the global engineering firm, Bechtel, to support ERA as Delivery Partner for ongoing work.

Bechtel will be working alongside ERA and Rio Tinto to restore the land to the status of its surrounding World Heritage listed Kakadu National Park. A collaborative project, this project will be developed in consultation with the Mirarr Traditional Owners and will benefit the Jabiru community. 

Located 8 km east of Jabiru and 260 km south-east of Darwin, the Ranger Project will lead the way in the fast-growing area of mining closures. This is your opportunity to join an established team, develop as a professional, and work in partnership with our client – contributing to a long-term commitment to people, communities and the environment.

Interested to learn more? Visit: Energy Resources of Australia (www.energyres.com.au)

Job Summary:

As Senior Contracts Specialist, you will participate in subcontract formation and/or administration activities for packages related to demolition, deconstruction and decontamination works, based in the Brisbane office.

Subcontract formation includes leading preparation and review of bid request packages and developing project contracts operating procedures. Subcontract administration includes continual progress review, forecasting, and communication of difficulties.

Your work will ensure subcontract compliance with project requirements.

This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and may require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership

Major Responsibilities:

Develop and issue contracts, purchase orders and services agreements as assigned by performing the following:

• Prepare bidders’ lists and pre-qualify bidders,
• Form bid request packages for packages that have a high value, complexity or risk and issue bid request packages to approved bidders,
• Coordinate bidders’ questions and provide answers to those questions,
• Receive bids and evaluate bids commercially,
• Lead negotiation of terms and conditions for assigned packages, and support other team members in their negotiations as required,
• Prepare Commercial Bid Summary and Recommendation for Award,
• Recommend and secure approvals in accordance with established procedures,
• Prepare contract and/or purchase order documents for execution, and,
• Prepare and maintain control and status reporting documents.
• Administer assigned agreements, maintaining a continual review of progress and providing management with information regarding projected financial or technical difficulties.
• Assess and process complex payment claims in a timely manner. Has a thorough knowledge of the Construction Contracts (Security of Payments) Act 2004 (NT). 
• Provide functional guidance and/or supervision to personnel supporting study activities by performing the following:
• Ensures that project contracting of goods and services is consistent with all applicable directives, management instructions and procedures and that such requirements have been implemented in the assigned area or project contract operations.
• Supports development and implements the Project’s contracting strategies, including the development and translation of the Supply Chain Assignment Schedule into a specific working contracting plan.
• Supports updates to the contracts section of documents such as the Closure Implementation Plan and represents Supply Chain in operational and/or project reviews and audits.
• Reviews bid tabulations for accuracy, bidder recommendation, completeness, and approves selection of bidders within delegated approval authority. Ensures all commitments made by subordinate personnel are accurately presented and follow established approval and signing authorities contained in company policies and procedures. Reviews and recommends bid selections that require higher approval authority. Executes commitments within delegated signing authority.
• Provides support in the development, monitoring, and maintenance of project master contracts forms, including legal and commercial terms and conditions to be included in the project contract documents.
• Supports reviews of proposed negotiating plans developed by subordinate personnel in the commitment and resolution of commercial conditions of contracts, and participates in direct negotiations when required.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 8 -10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Recent, relevant industry experience
• Prior experience in forming or administering contracts for demolition, deconstruction or decontamination activities is desired. Alternatively forming or administering contracts within a brownfield’s environment is an asset.
• Broad experience in the formation, negotiation and award of all types of contracts, including cross-functional experience in two or more contract disciplines (formation, administration, prime, etc.).
• Knowledge of law, negotiations, accounting or cost engineering gained through education or experience.
• Knowledge and understanding of the project functional groups and company policies, procedures and work practices.
• Experience administering commercial agreements in the Northern Territory is an asset.

Working Rights in Australia without employer sponsorship are required.

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Total Rewards/Benefits:

There are many reasons why choosing to join Bechtel is one of the best career decisions you will ever make. In addition to working with talented, dedicated people and having the opportunity to play an integral role in stimulating and challenging local and international projects, Bechtel is committed to offering you the benefits and resources to live a healthy life.

With a market aligned salary package and annual discretionary performance bonus scheme in place, employee wellbeing is also at the centre of our business - promoted through our strong health and safety focus and private health cover including access to a leading employee assistance program.

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