Contracts Manager

Overview

At Alcoa, you will become an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress. The way we see it, every Alcoan is a work-shaper, team-shaper, idea-shaper, world-shaper.

As a leader within Alcoa, you can help fulfill our purpose and realize our vision build a legacy of excellence for future generations. Be part of the team that is helping shape a better workplace with opportunities that help everyone thrive and build diverse, rewarding careers. You have the power to shape things and individuals to make them better.

Responsibilities

At Alcoa, we're committed to minimising our operational footprint and enhancing environmental performance as we continue to grow and modernise our operations. With a range of innovative capital projects underway, we're seeking a detail-oriented Contracts Manager to help deliver a diverse and impactful project portfolio.

In this role, reporting to our Director of Global Capital Procurement, you'll lead the development and execution of strategic contract initiatives across the full project lifecycle—from early planning and execution through to post-project review. You'll provide commercial guidance to project teams and ensure alignment with broader business objectives.

• Serving as Alcoa's primary representative, making timely and informed decisions within contractual boundaries to safeguard the company's interests.
• Collaborating closely with Project Managers and on-site project teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Leading the formulation and implementation of procurement and contracting strategies for assigned capital projects.
• Proactively communicate (written and verbal) with the Contractor on behalf of Alcoa to enable execution of contract scopes of work in accordance with the contract (including but not limited to the relevant legislation, Alcoa E&HS policies, technical specifications, engineering standards, project schedule, plant performance criteria) and any other requirements agreed between Alcoa and the suppliers.
• Proactively identify and report on all Alcoa and Contractor obligations in the contracts at Project, Steering Committee and Senior Panel Level for the term of the contracts.
• Identify and coordinate input from Alcoa subject matter experts (Engineering, Process, EH&S, Construction, Legal, Risk, Operations, Project Management, Cost Control etc.) to ensure that all correspondence is complete factual and communicated within notification timeframes.
• Establish and Lead all required Commercial meetings with project team and suppliers and ensure all preparatory work and meeting outcome documentation is completed in a timely and accurate manner.
• Advise Project Manager, project team and Steering Committee on commercial/contractual risks and present and manage strategies and actions to mitigate Alcoa's risk
• Assess and lead contractual remedial initiatives including dispute resolution and escalation processes defined in the contracts.

Location

You'll have the flexibility to choose your primary work location from either our new Perth HQ or our Bindjareb office in Pinjarra while benefiting from our Flexibility First model, which supports a balanced hybrid arrangement between working remotely and on-site.

What's On Offer

• Attractive remuneration and variable bonus plan.
• Employee growth and development opportunities.
• Parental leave support for all caregivers.
• Employee assistance program for personal support services.
• Alcoa Live Well program offering travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing discounts.
• Connect and be part of a community that celebrates diversity through our employee inclusion groups.

What You Can Bring To The Role

• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Procurement, Project Management, Law or equivalent in construction related field is required.
• A strong background in contract management, successfully having managed an EPC, Design & Construct, Construction or Major Civil contracts within a similar industry.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in time-sensitive environments, with a strong focus on detail, proactive collaboration, and delivering practical solutions.
• Demonstrated attention to detail with a solution focused mindset and driven by results.
• Well-developed negotiating, critical thinking, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Additional Information

• Interviews may progress prior to the closing date, although all applications will be considered.
• You will only be contacted if you are shortlisted for an interview, this process can take up to four weeks from the closing date.

About the Location

Recognized as an industry pioneer, Alcoa has established itself as an international company with operations across six continents. Alcoa's Australian portfolio includes: two bauxite mines in Western Australia, three alumina refineries at Kwinana, Pinjarra and Wagerup and one aluminium smelter in Portland VIC and two corporate office facilities in Bindjareb and Booragoon. Wherever you choose to join us, you'll be joining a global team committed to advancing sustainability and delivering excellence and innovation.

We are values led, vision driven and united by our purpose of transforming raw potential into real progress. Our commitments to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity include providing trusting workplaces that are safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, free from discrimination, bullying and harassment and that our workplaces reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate.

This is a place where you are empowered to do your best work, be your authentic self, and feel a true sense of belonging. Come join us and shape your career

Your work. Your world. Shape them for the better.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Project Management and Supply Chain
• Industries: Mining

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