Contract Manager Location: Perth Office - CBD, WA, AU
7 Jan 2025
Contract Manager – Maximum Term – 24 months – Perth Office CBD We are seeking a Contract Manager to drive the performance and successful delivery of complex, high-value contracts. In this role, you will provide expert contract advice and ensure compliance with Western Power's Contract Management Framework. Your focus will be on meeting contractual requirements related to safety, environmental standards, cost, quality, delivery, and customer satisfaction.
By applying strong leadership and strategic oversight, you will optimize contract performance and contribute to the achievement of key business objectives. If you have a background in contract management and a passion for delivering results, we would love to hear from you!
Your Role in Action Accountable for driving the overall performance of assigned complex/high-value contracts and for providing subject matter expert contract advice and guidance. Ensure that all contracts are managed in line with Western Power's Contract Management Framework inclusive of the Procurement Policy and the Contract Management Standard ensuring that the following key activities are undertaken: Development of the CMP that fully meets the contractual requirements in line with the Contract Management Framework. Review the Contract Management engagement deliverables including the SHE risks register, scope of work, specifications, drawings, and pricing schedules. Ensure receipt and approval of the Contractor's plans in line with the contract. Monitor and manage compliance to the Contractor plans including: Safety Environmental Quality Schedule Pricing Schedule Verify and certify Contractors claims, including: Progress Variations EOT Complete Contractor performance reporting requirements. What Makes You a Great Fit Degree or equivalent in Business, Law or Commerce. Broad and extensive knowledge and expertise and proven understanding of contract management. Significant contract management experience including high value/highly complex contracts. Strong working knowledge of and the ability to interpret legislation with regards to contract law. Ability to provide technical leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, complemented by influencing/negotiation skills. Strong experience in negotiation, conflict resolution, and managing public and stakeholder relations. The ability to build and maintain strong working relationships at all levels within a corporate environment. By joining Western Power, you will contribute to powering a cleaner energy future. We are dedicated to fostering career development and promoting a healthy work-life balance, empowering you to drive innovation as we develop a network that will serve the Western Australian community for generations. You will also benefit from a range of perks and opportunities, including:
Over 50% of our employment opportunities are driven by career progression. Flexible work arrangements to support part-time work, working hours, and working from home arrangements. The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year. Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership. An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme. An innovative team culture that's enabling the transition to renewable energy and decarbonisation. In addition to standard leave, enjoy two wellness leave days each year. Access to end-of-trip facilities at our Perth office and South Metro Depot, perfect for cyclists. On-site café available for convenient meals and refreshments throughout the day. Applications close on 21 January 2025 We value diversity and inclusivity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and LGBTQIA+ communities. Find out more about our Reconciliation Action Plan and Disability Access and Inclusion Plan.
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