Senior Contracts Manager - Major Projects | Supply Chain
Mills Recruitment Perth WA 6000
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Key points we found
- Lead the end-to-end contractual lifecycle on major project packages.
- Manage complex negotiations and ensure contractual compliance.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced Supply Chain personnel.
Mills Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced Senior SubContracts Manager – Major Projects | Supply Chain for a minimum 12 month contract (with potential for extension) to join one of our top-tier clients – a global leader in engineering and construction, driving the success of complex and high-value projects. You will lead the end-to-end contractual lifecycle on major project packages within our dynamic Supply Chain team.
The Project:
The “West Ang Machine Replacement D” project replaces key machinery at Rio Tinto’s West Angelas mine in the Pilbara, ensuring safe and efficient delivery of essential equipment to support ongoing operations.
About the Role:
As Contracts Manager, you will take full commercial ownership of high-value, high-risk procurement and contract packages from pre-award through to post-award administration. Your ability to manage complex negotiations, ensure contractual compliance, and support project delivery will be critical to our continued success.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare bidders’ lists, pre-qualify suppliers and issue bid packages for critical procurement scopes
- Lead commercial evaluation of bids and prepare recommendations for award
- Negotiate contract terms and conditions with suppliers and subcontractors
- Draft and execute contracts and purchase orders in accordance with company procedures
- Maintain contract status reports, risk registers, and other key control documents
- Conduct and document pre- and post-award meetings with clients, internal teams, and contractors
- Provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced Supply Chain personnel
- Manage and assess complex payment claims in line with the Construction Contracts (Security of Payments) Act 2004 (NT)
- Administer contract changes and lead resolution of contractual disputes
- Collaborate closely with project teams to ensure all contractual obligations are met
About You:
- Proven experience in contracts administration or commercial management in large-scale infrastructure, resources, or energy projects
- Strong understanding of contract law, commercial risk, and supply chain processes
- Demonstrated ability to lead negotiations and manage stakeholder relationships
- Thorough knowledge of the Security of Payments Act and other relevant legislation
- Exceptional communication, reporting, and problem-solving skills
- Degree in Business, Law, Engineering, or related discipline preferred
Apply today and be a part of delivering world-class project outcomes or email your CV to [email protected]
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Mills Recruitment
Darryl Mills founded Mills Recruitment under the banner of Mills Resources in 2010 with a vision and determination to offer a fresh approach to people management and recruitment services that focused on innovation, flexibility and accessibility for long term success.
OUR VISION
To be the leading trusted business partner by bringing great people together through innovative people solutions.
With our roots firmly in Western Australia, the collective industry knowledge, experience and skills of the Mills' team has helped shaped a business that can nimbly deliver recruitment solutions in response to fast-paced changes in industry demand.
With more than 60 years' combined experience, our specialised consultants have the market intelligence and expertise to know where to dig deeper in order to find outstanding jobseekers for our valued clients.
OUR VALUES
Mills' success is based on a critical foundation of core values, appreciated by our clients and candidates alike. Our values define us and our work ethic.
Trust & Integrity: we always act with honesty and integrity. These values are demonstrated through consistently delivering on our promise: we never over-promise and under-deliver.
Respect: we treat all people fairly and equally at all times. We always respect each party's privacy and obtain permission before we move forward on a placement.
Communication: we communicate openly, professionally at all times. We work collaboratively and listen carefully to fully understand our clients' and candidates' requirements so that we can successfully meet them in a timely manner.
Recruitment is not just a job, it's our passion. We work hard to succeed because we genuinely care about each and every client and jobseeker we assist.
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