Commercial and Contract Management Expert
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Commercial and Contract Management professional to lead our commercial, contractual, and pricing activities across multiple mining projects. This role plays a critical part in safeguarding project margins through accurate cost estimation, robust commercial controls, and proactive risk management.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead all commercial and contract management activities across mining projects from tender through execution and close-out.
* Develop, review, and approve cost estimates, pricing models, and commercial assessments to ensure accuracy and margin protection.
* Manage tender submissions, bid evaluations, and commercial negotiations with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
* Draft, review, and negotiate contract terms and conditions to minimize commercial and operational risk.
* Oversee post-award contract administration including variations, claims, change control, extensions, and contractor performance.
* Conduct financial modelling and risk analysis for project bids and operational contracts.
* Provide commercial insights, performance reporting, and forecasting to senior leadership and project teams.
* Drive continuous improvement across estimating, pricing, and contract management processes to enhance accuracy, compliance, and profitability.
Requirements:
* Proven experience in a Commercial/Contracts Manager or Senior Contracts/Estimating role within mining, civil, or construction industries.
* Strong understanding of contract law, commercial frameworks, procurement processes, and risk management principles.
* Demonstrated capability in estimating, tendering, and bid management for major projects (ideally from the Contractor side).
* High financial acumen with the ability to analyze cost structures, model project margins, and interpret complex data.
* Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage competing deadlines and priorities.
* Tertiary qualifications in Commerce, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Law, or a related field (highly regarded).