Our client is seeking an experienced Contract Specialist to join their Construction Business. This is a permanent opportunity which requires 5 days a week in the office. This role will manage a portfolio of suppliers and subcontractors. A key focus will be on building and maintaining solid stakeholder and supplier relationships to ensure projects are delivered efficiently, safely, and within budget.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and oversee contracts across constructions materials suppliers.
- Build and nurture strong relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and subcontractors to drive successful outcomes.
- Provide commercial and financial risk management, including accurate cost forecasting.
- Analyse and interpret contract provisions to achieve cost efficiencies.
- Evaluate supplier performance, implementing contract amendments or extensions as required.
- Identify and address spend anomalies and manage contract authorised spend adjustments.
- Produce timely and accurate service provider performance reports to inform financial and operational reporting.
- Maintain contract documentation, reporting, and process governance.
- Lead negotiations and ensure supplier alignment with project and business objectives.
Skills & Experience
- 3-5 years' experience in a similar contracts or procurement role within construction or related industries.
- Proven ability to build and sustain strong working relationships with stakeholders and suppliers.
- Strong background in contract, commercial, and financial risk management.
- Excellent analytical skills and ability to identify cost savings opportunities.
- Strong negotiation skills with a track record of successful supplier engagement.
- Highly developed written and verbal communication skills.
If you would like to know more, please contact Milly Kerei-Keepa at or hit Apply Now
Seniority level
- Entry level
Employment type
- Contract
Job function
- Other
Industries
- Building Construction
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📌 Contract Specialist
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📍 Melbourne