Kerman Contracting Pty Ltd (Kerman) is a successful West Australian company specialising in designing and constructing major industrial projects associated with Australia's Mining and Infrastructure sectors.We are committed to providing a safe, healthy, and productive work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture.Why choose Kerman for your next career step:We are a stable, privately owned Perth-based business with diverse and engaging projects to enhance your skills and experience in a positive working environment.You are valued as an individual in an environment that does not allow for politics or toxicity on our sites or our Head Office in Applecross, Perth.Work in an environment led by skilled, responsive, respectful, and supportive managers and be valued for your opinions and capabilities.Our current Opportunity:We are seeking an experienced Lead Contracts Administrator (Head Office - Applecross) to support a major project based in the Pilbara region of WA.Our Benefits on Offer:Attractive base remuneration with fortnightly payAttractive annual profit share schemePermanent employment contract offering annual accruals of 4 weeks of holiday and 10 days of sick paySalary sacrifice opportunitiesYour Roles Duties and Responsibilities:The Lead Contracts Administrator (LCA) is responsible for leading the contractual and commercial functions of the project, through pre-construction, delivery and close out phases. The role will be based in Kerman's head office, with the requirement to periodically visit the Site and other locations where the works are being performed.The LCA will ensure the smooth transition from tender to delivery phases and is responsible for the management of the project's contract administration team. Key responsibilities will include:Management and administration of the head contract:Preparation of contractual correspondence and provision of contractual advicePreparation and agreement of payment claimsNotification, pricing and negotiation of claims for variations and extensions of timeMaintenance of registers for variations and extension of time claimsReporting of progress for commercial and procurement mattersProcurement activities:Develop and manage the execution of a well-conceived procurement strategySelection of appropriate downstream forms of agreement and preparation and/or review of downstream tender packagesNegotiation of terms for downstream agreements with due consideration of risk allocation and upstream obligationsAssessment of downstream tender submissions, preparing approvals to award and ensuring appropriate sign-offs are obtainedDrafting and compilation of conformed final downstream agreements for executionManagement and administration of downstream agreements:Assist in the development and maintenance of the project's suite of downstream agreementsAssessment, certification and processing of payment claimsPreparation of contractual correspondence and provision of contractual adviceAssessment and administration of claims for variations and extensions of timeAdministration of practical completion including the preparation, negotiation and administration of final accountsEnsure all necessary downstream documentation and deliverables (e.g. insurances, security, etc) are obtained in a timely manner and then maintained as requiredMaintenance of registers for variations, claims, insurances, securities, etcFinancial reporting:Planning and coordination of month-end activitiesUse of CHEOPS generally including set-up and budget entry, PO's, subcontracts, variations and contra chargesMaintain up to date and accurate data in CHEOPS in respect of cost and revenue to provide accurate, detailed and well-considered forecasting and reporting of cost, revenue and marginRisk and opportunity managementGeneral:Provision of appropriate guidance and coaching to contracts administrators and other team members on commercial and contractual mattersDocument controlCreation, maintenance and review of templates, standards and registers to ensure good governance and record keepingProfessional development and keeping up to date with relevant industry legislation and other issuesPerform other duties within the organisation that may be necessary to suit operational requirements.Take responsibility for your own safety, uphold the Company OHS&E policies and participate in Company OHS&E initiativesAbout you:Degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management or equivalent combination within the construction industry of relevant experience, education and training.10+ years' experience in the construction industry.A positive and collaborative approach with good organisational and problem-solving.The ability to develop and maintain good relations with clients and supply chain.Superior attention to detail with excellent oral and written communication skills.Expert in downstream and upstream work coupled with superior negotiation abilities.Experience of successfully working within multi-disciplinary teams and projects.Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Suite and experienced using cost management software (e.g. CHEOPS, JD Edwards, COINS, Oracle, etc).At Kerman, we empower our team members to innovate and implement new ideas and improvements. If you resonate with our values, we encourage you to apply – even if you don't meet all the requirements. We'll keep your details on file for future roles.If you have any specific questions, feel free to contact ******.
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