Contract Delivery Specialist

**Contract Delivery Specialist**:

- Location: Perth Office - CBD, WA, AU- 15 Nov 2024**Contract Delivery Specialist - Maximum Term 24 months - Perth Office CBD**

We are seeking a Contract Delivery Specialist who will be responsible for delivery of civil, structural and communication services contracts.

This position also participates in contract implementation activities following award, and ongoing contract delivery which includes preparation of Variation Orders, managing technical queries, progress claims, co-ordinating contract progress, contractor meetings and stakeholder management. This position is also responsible for monitoring the contract deliverables in line with Western Power’s Contract Lifecycle Management Framework. If you have a sound background in contract administration, thrive under pressure and are passionate about stakeholder management, we want to hear from you

**Your Role in Action**
- Support the Contract Manager in ensuring all contract management activities comply with the Contract Lifecycle Management Framework, contract conditions and WP’s document system.
- Responsible for drafting the notices and issuing in line with the Contract requirements.
- Manage the payment process for the contractors.
- Responsible for the end-to-end technical query process (TQ).
- Maintain accurate records in contract CMMR and EDM, and facilitate clear, auditable processes to ensure transparency and accountability.
- Arrange meetings between WP and the contractor and capture minutes of the meeting.
- Support the team in creating a high performing inclusive and collaborative environment.
- Monitor contract performance against the approved budge and timeframes.
- Managing own performance and improving personal effectiveness
- As necessary prepare the contract templates based on the contract & provide amendments to the original contract.

**What Makes You a Great Fit**
- Degree or equivalent in Business, Law or Commerce or relevant and demonstrated extensive industry experience of at least 8 to 10 years
- Sound knowledge and proven understanding of contract management principles with at least 4 to 5 years contract management experience
- Ability to show guidance, communication effectively, have good interpersonal skills, complimented by influencing/negotiation skills
- Ability to implement change and innovation, internally and via contract arrangements
- Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships at all levels within a corporate environment
- Ability to interpret legislation with regards to contract law

By joining Western Power, you will contribute to powering a cleaner energy future. We are dedicated to fostering career development and promoting a healthy work-life balance, empowering you to drive innovation as we develop a network that will serve the Western Australian community for generations. You will also benefit from a range of perks and opportunities, including:

- Over 50% of our employment opportunities are driven by career progression.
- Flexible work arrangements to support part time work, working hours and working from home arrangements.
- The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year.
- Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership.
- An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme.
- An innovative team culture that’s enabling the transition to renewable energy and decarbonisation.
- In addition to standard leave, enjoy two wellness leave days each year.
- Access to end-of-trip facilities at our Perth office and South Metro Depot, perfect for cyclists.
- On-site café available for convenient meals and refreshments throughout the day.

**Applications** **close on 29 November 2024