Contracts Professional in Brisbane, Australia

Requisition ID: 279626

• Relocation Authorized: None

• Telework Type: Part-Time Telework

• Work Location: Brisbane, QLD

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world’s infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers’ objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.

Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments . They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report .

Job Summary:

As Contract Professional, you will participate in subcontract formation and/or administration. Subcontract formation includes leading preparation and review of bid request packages and developing project contracts operating procedures. Subcontract administration includes continual progress review, forecasting, and communication of difficulties. Your work will ensure subcontract compliance with project requirements.

This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and may require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership.

Major Responsibilities:

Subcontract Management

• Implements the Supply Chain Assignment Schedule which records the Project’s agreed assignment of various subcontract management tasks and the Standard Work Process Procedures applicable to Subcontract Management.

• Manages assigned subcontracts maintaining a continual review of progress and providing management with information regarding projected financial or technical difficulties.

• Coordinates with designated staff on operational activities affecting contractual rights and obligations, subcontract performance, and other major matters.

• Manage moderately complex contract changes by negotiating with customer personnel and obtaining settlement.

Subcontract Formation

• Conforms and ensures subcontract execution.

• Directs negotiation in the commitment of subcontracts.

• Develops and issues subcontracts and services agreements as assigned.

• Prepares bidders’ lists and pre-qualifies bidders.

• Forms bid request packages and issues bid request packages to approved bidders.

• Other responsibilities as designated.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires bachelor’s degree (or international equivalent) and 8-10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience.

• Experience in formation activities, award of large, moderately complex construction contracts and services contracts.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated skills in working and communicating effectively with all levels of project functional groups.

• Working knowledge of a wide range of contract types and associated pricing arrangements.

• Demonstrated skills in change management procedures pertaining to Requests for Information (RFIs), change notices, change orders, amendments, and claims and dispute resolution.

• Highly skilled in negotiating terms and conditions.

Working Rights in Australia without employer sponsorship are required.

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer & commit to respond to every applicant.

Total Rewards/Benefits:

There are many reasons why choosing to join Bechtel is one of the best career decisions you will ever make. In addition to working with talented, dedicated people and having the opportunity to play an integral role in stimulating and challenging local and international projects, Bechtel is committed to offering you the benefits and resources to live a healthy life.

With a market aligned salary package and annual discretionary performance bonus scheme in place, employee wellbeing is also at the centre of our business – promoted through our strong health and safety focus and private health cover including access to a leading employee assistance program.

Diverse teams build the extraordinary:

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of “One Team,” respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.

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