Contracts Principal
Core
Senior commercial and contracts support for a major iron ore and infrastructure development project in Western Australia, focusing on strategy, risk management, and stakeholder engagement ahead of Final Investment Decision (FID).
Role type
Senior IC contracts principal (resources/mining)
Builds
Major capital projects (iron ore and infrastructure)
Domain
Mining, resources, construction, major infrastructure
Required skills
contract strategy, procurement, tendering, contract negotiation, commercial risk management, stakeholder management, project controls, contract governance, supplier engagement
Preferred skills
experience in feasibility/pre-FID/early execution phases, complex capital project contracts
Technologies
none stated
Responsibilities
Lead development and implementation of contracts and commercial strategies; Provide strategic advice on contract structures and procurement approaches; Oversee tendering, contract negotiations, evaluation and award processes; Identify and manage contractual risks, commercial exposures, variations and claims; Ensure contract management processes, documentation and governance requirements are maintained; Work collaboratively with project controls, engineering, procurement and other stakeholders; Provide commercial insights and recommendations to support informed decision-making; Drive effective contractor and supplier engagement to support project outcomes, cost control and risk management.