Senior Advisor - Procurement and Contract Manager

• Opportunity to work on a long-term, high-value civil project
• Flexible working arrangements
• Potential for contract extension

• Contract from 10/02/2025 – 09/02/2026
• Brisbane QLD Location 
• Casual Contract – Full Time Hours

About the company
Karlka Recruiting Group has partnered with a leading resources company to engage a Senior Advisor – Procurement and Contract Manager. This position is located in their busy Brisbane CBD office for an initial 12-month contract from 10 February 2025 to 9 February 2026 + up to 2 years of extensions.

About the Position

The Senior Advisor – Procurement and Contract Manager will play a pivotal role in supporting a complex contracting and procurement function for a large civil project based at a mine in the Northern Territory. The project is transitioning from early works to full construction, with completion targeted for 2028. The role demands expertise in managing major civil contracts and a strong background in procurement, contract law, and environmental risk management.

Duties

• Administer and oversee the full lifecycle of major and complex contracts.
• Lead the development of a Project Contracting Plan (PCP) to achieve financial savings and value creation.
• Negotiate, establish, and administer contracts while ensuring legal and environmental compliance.
• Manage 33 procurement packages over the project lifecycle, including tendering, contract administration, and reviews.
• Provide timely support to project teams and maintain high-quality stakeholder communication.
• Address environmental risks, with a focus on remediation efforts at key project sites.
• Assist in supervising an advisor assisting with minor procurement packages and related tasks.
• Collaborate with legal teams to ensure contract matters align with laws and processes.

Requirements/Skills

• 10-15+ years of relevant experience in tendering and managing major civil contracts exceeding $100 million.
• Experience working on both the client/owner and contractor sides, with a focus on civil construction projects.
• Proficiency in contract administration, including handling progress claims, delays, and extensions.
• Strong knowledge of contract law and project-specific legal requirements.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritize and multitask.
• Flexibility to work from home 2 days per week and willingness to travel to the project site quarterly.

Benefits working with this client

• Opportunity to work on a long-term, high-value civil project for a leading resources company.
• Flexible working arrangements, including remote work options and quarterly site visits.
• Competitive daily rate and potential for contract extension and even possibility for permanent placement based on future project needs.

Benefits working with Karlka Recruiting Group 

• Weekly pay  
• Ongoing support: Pre, during and post placement 
• Dedicated consultant per contract
• Employee Assistance Program available
• Our agency supports Indigenous communities 

How to Apply
Apply now to be considered for submission to our client by 27/01/2025
Consultant: Hayden
Email for questions only: recruitment@karlkarecruiting.com.au
*Please apply through this portal. Any applications through email may be missed.

Nyiyaparli and other Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further discussion.
Applications received after the due date may be considered for similar roles.

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