Deliver a sustainable future with WA's landmark urea project! Clough , as part of a joint venture, is delivering the Project Ceres urea plant, a landmark project for Western Australia. The plant will be the largest in Australia and one of the largest in the world, installing the most sustainable production processes. The project is expected to generate 2,000 jobs during the construction phase, whilst delivering sustained benefits to the local community through career, training and business opportunities.
We are currently searching for a Lead Contracts Administrator to join our team on Project Ceres. Reporting to the Senior Commercial Manager, you will be responsible for leading the site contracts administration team, providing advice to site construction team on commercial and contractual matters, managing selected high-risk packages and ensuring subcontractor claims are adequately captured as part of Head Contract claims, upstream.
This is a site-based position, either FIFO from Perth (20 days on / 8 days off roster) or residential for individuals living in Karratha or the surrounding region.
Who weare
Clough is a pioneering project delivery company that harnesses innovative engineering and construction solutions to improve peoples' lives today and tomorrow.
Clough delivers high performing assets for the energy, resources and infrastructure industries, underpinned by a dedication to innovation, sustainability and getting the job done safely and efficiently.
With a workforce of over 3,000 people across Australia and Asia Pacific, Clough's people are committed to delivering exceptional projects for its industries and communities, as a partner for a sustainable future.
Together with our parent company, Webuild, we are delivering some of Australia's largest projects.
Who you are
Courageous. Motivated. Curious. Passionate. Creative. These are just a few words that describe you.
Your focus will include:
Assisting with the development, implementation and maintenance of head contract, subcontract, supply chain and risk strategy and procedures in line with SCJV and Clough Operating Standards.
Negotiation and formation of subcontracts for key packages.
Contributing to the development claims strategies relating to head contract issues and major subcontractor claims.
Contributing to administration of all subcontracts to optimise earnings on project, particularly relating to contentious claims.
Preparation of all claims and variations for the adjustment of compensation and time under the head contract and provide support and assistance where need for subcontracts. This includes ensuring that any conditions precedent and strictly adhered to.
Liaison with Project Planners to ensure that all claims are fully demonstrated from a schedule perspective and comply with the requirements of the head contract and/or subcontract.
Laison with inhouse and external legal teams as required in respect to any legal issues that will have a major impact on the project.
Management and resolution of all claims with client and subcontractors / suppliers in accordance with Contract Formation and SCJV and Clough Operating Standards
Partnering with project team to review and certification of head contract progress payment claims in accordance with the timeframes under the head contract.
Providing commercial and contract advice and support to project team managing the head contract and any assigned subcontracts.
Participating in project risk and opportunity reviews on a minimum monthly frequency that are relevant to head contract risks.
Where required, participating in progress meetings with the client and assigned subcontractors to ensure all outstanding commercial and contract matters are dealt with in accordance with the time frames prescribed in the subcontract.
Supporting management and liaising with the Insurance and Commercial Advisor to ensure all notifications of insurance claims or potential insurance claims are provided to Clough's insurance brokers.
Assisting in the management any SOP claims that may be received from subcontractors.
What you will bring to the team:
10+ years of direct experience as a commercial or contracts advisor/manager on large value engineering and construction projects.
Extensive experience in managing subcontracts within lump sum projects or projects which require extensive management of performance and delivery risk.
Tertiary qualification in engineering, quantity surveying, law, construction management and economics (CM&E) preferred.
We have created an environment that brings out the best in our people. Clough's people enjoy industry leading benefits such as:
Exposure toa range of projects and industries across our operations.
Mental health and wellbeing programs.
Employee assistance program for employees and their families.
Special offers on health insurance, salary packaging, banking, travel, groceries and more.
A supportive team culture and environment.
We're building a diverse workforce At Clough, we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work and live, fostering an inclusive environment that accepts every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provides opportunities for all to achieve their full potential.
We are a certified Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by WGEA, a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women, a signatory of the Veterans' Employment Commitment, a partner of Pride in Diversity as LGBTQIA+ allies, an active member of CEOs for Gender Equity, and guided by our Reconciliation Action Plan, we are committed to providing meaningful training and employment opportunities to deliver positive outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. Apply now to join us!
Once we receive your application,it will be reviewed for shortlisting. Should your application be shortlisted we willcontact you.
Please note: Clough reserves the right to commence the shortlisting process for this role immediately and the right to remove the advertisement before the closing date. Agency submissions will not be considered for this position. #LI-BH1 Working with Clough provides you with access to challenging projects and career opportunities, along with access to professional development through our various internal and external training programs.
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