Senior Contracts Specialist
Programmed
Perth, WA
Residential
$90 hourly
2 days ago
Roster: 5/2 Perth CBD with intermittent site travel possibly required
Start date: ASAP
Duration: approx.
12 months - depending on client requirements
Pay Rate: $***** p/h + Super depending on experience
Please note that only people with relevant experience will be considered and contacted.
Job Description
PERSOL is one of Australia's largest and longest serving recruitment providers.
Delivering both quality temporary and permanent options, we specialise in the recruitment of Professional, ICT, Government, STEM, Management and Executive talent.
Our Tier 1 Mining Client is looking for an experienced Senior Contracts Specialist to join a major projects team supporting the execution of a significant mining infrastructure project.
The Role
This is a project execution-focused contracts position, rather than a procurement or category management role.
You will work within a small contracts and procurement team, administering construction contracts and working closely with contractors and internal project stakeholders throughout project delivery.
The position is primarily Perth based, with intermittent travel to site.
Working on a live major project, you will be responsible for contract administration and commercial support across SMP and Civil construction work packages.
Key Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To
Administer construction contracts throughout project execution and close-out
Develop, coordinate and evaluate tender packages for construction works and services
Manage contractual correspondence, notices and contractor communications
Assess contractor payment claims, variations and Extension of Time (EOT) claims
Review construction programs and understand contractual schedule impacts
Negotiate commercial terms, conditions and pricing




Develop detailed pricing schedules, methods of measure and rules of credit
Identify and assess contractual and commercial risks
Provide commercial reports and advice to support project decision-making
Identify opportunities to deliver cost savings and commercial value
Work closely with engineering, legal, quality, project controls and logistics stakeholders
Support and mentor junior team members where required
Relevant Experience
5+ years' experience in construction contract administration within mining or civil construction
Strong SMP and Civil contracts experience
Demonstrated experience administering contracts on live project execution
Both client-side and contractor-side experience
Strong experience working directly with construction contractors
Previous experience managing construction contracts from tender through execution to close-out
Demonstrated experience assessing payment claims, variations and EOT claims
Robust understanding of construction programs and contractual requirements
PIMS experience
Excellent attention to detail, organisation and stakeholder management skills
Ability to manage multiple work packages and competing priorities in a fast-paced project environment
Ability to work autonomously as part of a small, collaborative team
Flexibility to attend site intermittently as required
Who we are
At PERSOL, we connect people to meaningful work and growth.
With decades of experience and a future-focused mindset, we're here to support your career journey.
We offer fresh opportunities, trusted guidance, and a people-first approach.
We're committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace that embraces diverse experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives.
We strongly encourage applications from women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, and individuals from all communities.
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