Contract Manager

A leading State Government organisation is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager.

Contract Manager12 month contractPaying up to $166 per hour + superHybrid workingMelbourne CBD
Hays are excited to be partnering with a leading State Government organisation to recruit an experienced Contracts Manager (Major Capital Delivery). This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially astute contracts professional to play a pivotal role in the delivery of major infrastructure and capital works projects, managing the full contract lifecycle from procurement and tendering through to contract administration and close-out.Working within a high-performing project delivery environment, you will provide strategic commercial advice, influence robust procurement outcomes, and ensure contractual and legislative compliance across a diverse portfolio of significant capital projects.
Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end contract lifecycle across a portfolio of major capital delivery projects.
• Lead and manage tendering activities, including Expressions of Interest (EOIs), Requests for Tender (RFTs), evaluation processes, and contract negotiations.
• Analyse tender submissions and provide commercial recommendations to project stakeholders.
• Develop, review and negotiate complex contractual agreements to achieve optimal commercial outcomes.
• Assess contractor claims, invoices, variations, extensions of time and contract disputes.
• Collaborate closely with legal, procurement, finance and project teams to ensure contractual compliance and effective project delivery.
• Lead contractor and supplier performance management activities and reporting obligations.
• Ensure compliance with relevant government policies, legislative requirements and governance frameworks.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across contract management and procurement processes.

Key Selection Criteria

• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Construction and Law or a related discipline.
• Extensive experience managing complex contracts within large infrastructure, construction, engineering or capital works environments.
• Strong knowledge of procurement, tendering and contract management practices.
• Experience working with government or complex framework contracts.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret, negotiate and administer complex contractual arrangements.
• High-level commercial and financial acumen with strong analytical skills.
• Proven ability to assess and manage contract claims, variations and dispute resolution processes.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence outcomes across multiple business areas.
• Strong written communication, reporting and relationship management capabilities.

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to Josh.Richardson@hays.com.auThis role also requires for all applications who’re successful to have a Police Check and a valid Driving Licence.#3022303