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Job Title
Senior Specialist Contracts & Procurement – Capital Projects
Job Roster
Perth-based with site travel as required
Job Summary
Provide overall direction and coordination on pre and/or Post Award Contract and other related administrative services to the company and its clients
Job Statement
We are establishing an internal Owner's Project Delivery capability to support a growing pipeline of capital (growth and sustaining) projects across our operations. As a result, we are seeking a Senior Project Contracts & Procurement Specialist to lead all capital procurement activities across:
Major capital projects;
Growth projects; and
Sustaining capital works.
This is a lead role for capital procurement packages from $2m - +$200m in value, responsible for end-to-end delivery from early strategy through to contract award and execution support. You will work closely with the Projects teams and key stakeholders to ensure procurement strategies align with project schedules, risk profiles, and delivery objectives. As part of a small Contracts team, the role will suit someone that is prepared to contribute to business process and system improvement initiatives.
This role will suit an experienced professional who wants to step into a pivotal, high-impact position, shaping how capital procurement is delivered within a growing mining business.
Key Responsibilities
Lead development and execution of Project Contracts & Procurement Plans (PCPs)
Establish sourcing strategies aligned to project delivery models (EPC, EPCM, construct-only,



supply, etc.)
Define packaging strategies to optimise cost, risk allocation, and schedule outcomes
Manage full Source-to-Contract lifecycle for project packages:
Market engagement and EOI processes
RFT development and execution
Tender evaluation (commercial and contractual)
Contract negotiation and award recommendation
Lead complex commercial negotiations with Tier 1 contractors, OEMs, and service providers
Partner with Project Managers, Engineers, and stakeholders to:
Align procurement with project schedules and critical path activities
Identify and mitigate commercial and contractual risks
Support mobilisation and contract implementation phases
Provide expert advice on:
Contracting models and risk allocation
Pricing structures (lump sum, schedule of rates, target cost, etc.)
Key commercial terms, liabilities, and performance frameworks
Monitor commercial performance of the EPC contract including cost, schedule, payment milestones, and risk exposure.
Review and certify contractor payment applications and supporting documentation.
Assess and manage contract variations, change orders, and scope adjustments.
Support forecasting of contract commitments, accruals, and cost-to-complete estimates.
Identify and mitigate commercial risks and opportunities.




Manage contractor claims and prepare owner responses in accordance with contractual timeframes.
Support dispute avoidance and resolution strategies including negotiation, mediation, adjudication, or arbitration if required.
Build strong internal relationships across Projects, Operations, and Finance
About You
You are a senior-level contracts and procurement professional with solid experience supporting capital projects in mining, resources, or heavy industry environments.
Comfortable working in a developing environment with evolving processes
Pragmatic, solutions-focused, and outcome-driven
Able to operate autonomously while collaborating effectively
Strong communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders
Qualifications
Degree qualification in Business, Engineering, Law, other related fields, highly regarded but not mandatory.
Experience & Capability
Minimum 5-7 years in major capital project contracts and procurement.
Proven experience delivering procurement for capital projects (up to $200m)
Strong background in Owner's team or EPCM environments
Technical & Commercial Skills
High level commercial acumen and negotiation capability
Strong contract drafting and interpretation skills
Ability to operate across both strategic and hands-on delivery levels
Why Join Us
Play a lead role in shaping a new capital procurement function
Work across a diverse pipeline of projects with real scale and impact
Join a growing mining business with long-term development plans
Operate in a high-trust, low-bureaucracy environment
Opportunity to influence systems, processes, and commercial outcomes

📌 Senior Specialist Contracts & Procurement Capital Projects (Perth)
🏢 Genesis Minerals
📍 Perth