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At Ausgrid, we're investing in major network and renewable energy projects, including the Hunter Central Coast Renewable Energy Zone (HCC REZ), grid scale Battery Energy Storage (BESS) and Negotiated Connection Contracts (NCC) solutions. As a Contract Manager this role is ideal for someone who enjoys sitting at the intersection of commercial management and project delivery. You'll be ensuring contractors meet their obligations, managing variations and claims, supporting governance and compliance requirements, and helping large infrastructure projects run smoothly from a contractual perspective.
This is a permanent full-time position, located at Haymarket Sydney office and sits within our Transmission Development & Growth team. You’ll drive the day-to-day management of high-value contracts across major projects like the HCC REZ,BESS and NCC.
You’ll be involved in early contract development supporting procurement as well as early contractor involvement. You will be responsible for contract execution, governance and performance, working closely with contractors and suppliers to drive outcomes, manage risk and ensure compliance. From negotiating terms to providing assistance in resolving disputes, your work will directly influence how we deliver infrastructure that powers communities today and tomorrow.
This is a role for someone who thrives on complexity, builds strong relationships, is a confident communicator and brings a sharp eye for detail and strategy. You’ll champion continuous improvement and play a key part in Ausgrid’s energy transition journey.
As a minimum, your role will require you to:
Maintain project development and delivery oversight via continuous close liaison and agreement with all internal stakeholders.
Administer and oversee contract performance, variations, and claims to ensure budget, schedule, and quality adherence.
Draft, develop and issue contract notices and correspondence for key subcontracts.
Manage monthly payment claims and change control processes.
Lead dispute resolution and claims management, collaborating with legal and commercial teams.
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Strategically engage with suppliers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to resolve complex issues and drive collaboration.
Contribute to governance reporting, risk management and compliance activities.
Develop confident and productive relationships with contractors, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
Enforce compliance with legal, regulatory, and corporate standards, including NEC, FIDIC, GC21.
Our hiring decisions are not only based on your experience and skills, but your passion, attitude, and alignment to our core values.
You are a commercially minded contract management professional who enjoys working in complex project environments. You have strong attention to detail, can confidently engage with stakeholders at all levels, and understand how effective contract management contributes to successful project delivery.
You’ll bring:
10+ years' experience in contract administration or contract management.
Relevant tertiary qualifications in a related discipline.
Experience supporting large-scale infrastructure, construction, utilities or engineering projects.
Knowledge of major contract forms such as AS4000, NEC, FIDIC or GC21.
Strong stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills.
Experience with contract management and document control systems.
A sound understanding of commercial risk, compliance and performance management.
Highly regarded:
Experience with NEC4 contracts.
Professional certifications such as MCIPS, RICS or PMP.
Experience working within major regulated infrastructure environments.
At Ausgrid, we go beyond just a competitive salary to offer an exciting range of benefits. From salary sacrificing electric vehicles and novated leasing, to discounted corporate health insurance and access to Fitness Passport, our benefits support your work here, and your life out there.
Celebrate success every day with our employee recognition program to bring out each other’s best. Looking to grow professionally? We’ve got you covered with study assistance, secondments, training and mentors, whose advice you’ll keep wherever you go.
We’re proud to offer gender-neutral parental leave to balance work when growing your family. And if you’re caring for elderly parents, our aged care support services offer expert guidance to help you access care for your loved ones. At Ausgrid, it's all about supporting you in every aspect of life.
If you require support with your application/reasonable adjustments for the interview process, please reach out to our dedicated Talent Team recruitment@ausgrid.com.au
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AUD 197247-197247 yearly / year
Full-time
Senior · 10+ years experience
Onsite
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