Job Description
Procurement Change & Variations Specialist
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Future Generation Joint Venture (FGJV) is the principal contractor for Snowy Hydro's Snowy 2.0, Australia's largest committed renewable energy project. We bring the combined engineering expertise of three companies - Italy's Webuild (formerly Salini Impregilo), Australian-based Clough and US-based Lane Construction.
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Snowy 2.0 is the next chapter in the Snowy Scheme's history. It is the largest committed renewable energy project in Australia and will provide on-demand energy and large-scale storage for many generations to come. This Iconic Project has and will continue to create its own legacy in Australian history.
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Purpose of the Role
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Supervise and perform the contractual management and administration of Agreement Variation Proposals to ensure risks are minimized, processes are followed and best for FGJV outcomes are achieved.
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Core Accountabilities and Responsibilities
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Assess contractual entitlement and commercial implications of proposed variations.
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Ensure timely notification of potential variations in accordance with contract requirements.
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Identify, evaluate, and document all client-initiated and project-driven changes that may impact contract scope, cost, schedule, quality, or risk.
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Support implementation of robust change control processes across the project.
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Monitor compliance with internal approval authorities and client change management procedures.
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Track the status, approval progress, and financial impact of all variations.
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Supervise maintenance of variation registers.
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Provide regular reporting to department head on variation approval status and potential roadblocks.
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Build and maintain strong client relationships to facilitate efficient evaluation and approval
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Collaborate with all stakeholder teams to develop variation submissions.
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Assist in negotiate contract terms and conditions with
client/subcontractors
as authorised by senior management in liaison with procurement management, as per policies, procedures and guidelines.
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Ensure all variation activities comply with contract provisions, project governance requirements, and company procedures.
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Assist in develop and directly develop, prepare, and submit variation proposals, business cases, and supporting commercial documentation.
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Assist in negotiation and negotiate variation pricing, terms, and conditions with Suppliers, Service Providers and Subcontractors.
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Working collaboratively with all stakeholders, providing support on relevant contract administration matters
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Ensuring compliance with policies, guidelines, and standards
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The above listed authorities and responsibilities are only a guide and may change as directed by your Manager/Supervisor or as per the requirements of FGJV Management.
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Qualifications
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Relevant tertiary qualification (Business, Commerce, Engineering, Law etc) or equivalent relevant experience
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White Card
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General Construction Induction Card (White Card) - mandatory
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Experience
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Comprehensive experience and knowledge of the procurement processes, commercial management and governance requirements
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Minimum 5 years of experience in Contracts Administration working for a major international tier 1 construction contractor
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Experience working on large scale construction projects or other suitable project works -
preferredDemonstrated
ability to work independently to organise and prioritise demands, handle multiple complex tasks simultaneously, set and meet deadlines and follow-through within a fast-paced environment with multiple and competing demands
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Experience in claims / variations
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Experience of SAP Software
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Well-developed knowledge of the principles and practices of Procurement and Contract management
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Solid technical writing and communication skills
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Strong data management, analytical, interpersonal and organizational skills
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Sound negotiation and problem-solving skills
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Robust Initiative and proactive nature
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Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
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Well-developed time management skills
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High attention to detail
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Proficiency in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
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📌 Procurement Change & Variations Specialist (Cooma)
🏢 Future Generation Snowy 2.0
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