Contract Manager

1 day ago

Australia Western Power Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Contract Manager – Perth CBD - Permanent

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for commercial excellence? Join Western Power as a Contract Manager, where you'll lead the performance of high-value, complex contracts that power critical infrastructure across WA.

In this role, you'll provide expert guidance, manage risk, drive contractor performance, and resolve complex negotiations—all while ensuring alignment with safety, quality, cost, and delivery goals.

Your Role in Action

As a Contract Manager, you will be:

Accountable for driving the overall performance of assigned complex / high value contracts.A subject matter expert, providing strategic contract advice and guidance.Ensuring all contracts are managed in line with Western Power's Contract Management Framework.Undertaking the following key activities:
  • Develop Contract Management Plans aligned with contractual requirements.
  • Build strong, collaborative contractor relationships, focusing on joint problem solving and win-win outcomes.
  • Lead negotiations that result in cost mitigation, time savings or contract efficiencies.
  • Review contract engagement deliverables including the Scope of Work pricing schedules, SHE risks register, specifications and drawings.
  • Ensure timely receipt and approval of contractor plans in line with contract terms.
  • Monitor and manage compliance of contractor plans and contract deliverables.
  • Verify and certify Contractors claims, including:
  • Progress
  • Variations
  • EOT

What Makes You a Great Fit

Degree or equivalent in Business, Law or Commerce.Broad and extensive knowledge and expertise and proven understanding of contract management.At least 10 + years significant contract management experience including high value / highly complex contracts.Have strong working knowledge of and the ability to interpret legislation with regards to contract law.Ability to provide technical leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, complimented by influencing/negotiation skills.Strong experience in negotiation, conflict resolution and managing public and stakeholder relations.The ability to build and maintain strong working relationships at all levels within a corporate environment.

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 three 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 19 November 2025.

We value diversity and inclusivity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and LGBTQIA+ communities. Find out more about our Reconciliation Action Plan and Disability Access and Inclusion Plan. 

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