Seniors Contracts Administrator - Telecommunications
About the Role
Ventia are seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Administrator within our Telecommunications, ODM contract.
This is a Permanent Full-time position that can be located out of Victoria, Sydney or Brisbane with a hybrid home and office working model.
Reporting to our Telco Operations & Services Senior Commercial Manager with oversight of our NBN ODM Contract and NBN Field Contract (non-Network/Services scopes), this position has responsibility for both client and supply chain commercial management in a positive and collaborative environment.
The role will interact closely with the broader delivery team to optimise project performance across all areas and is a member of the Telco commercial leadership team.
More specifically the role entails:
- Commercial leadership and mentoring, with line management responsibilities
- Key commercial representative with the supply chain and clients to work through commercial matters
- Lead, prioritise and deliver the contract administration responsibilities to achieve strong and compliant outcomes
- Act as a source of advice and as a sounding board for the contract teams
- Creation of a ‘no surprises’ and ‘continuous improvement’ culture leveraging commercial opportunities, from pre-tender through to demobilisation
- Facilitate delivery of financial and contractual outcomes working closely with the other contract leaders
- Administration of compliant notices including potential contract impacts, variations, and latent conditions, and lead in strategic resolution of contractual disputes and notices
- Management and identification of commercial claims (opportunities & threats), including assessment of entitlement, pricing, contract variation mechanism compliance, and consultation with corporate teams, to achieve optimal outcomes
- Lead subcontractor onboarding activities from strategy, through commercial negotiations and subsequent supply chain management
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have a tertiary qualification in Engineering, Construction Law, Business Management, Finance or similar with experience working in Contracts Administration / Commercial Management ideally within the Telecommunications industry.
You will also possess:
- Experience of driving and delivering successful outcomes on strategic client and supply chain contracts
- Proven commercial acumen: subcontract management / tendering, legal claims, administration, modelling, KPIs, profit improvement
- Exceptional people management and proactive communication skills with all stakeholders internally and externally
- A solutions focus and the initiative to identify, drive and take ownership of key deliverables whilst working collaboratively in a team
- Working knowledge of standard forms of construction contracts and mechanisms, contract law, flow throughs, ability to negotiate terms within provided parameters, and manage associated risks
Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, Māori and Pasifika people, LGTBQI+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.
What We Offer You
Not only do we offer a competitive salary and career growth, we have also partnered with reputable organisations to be able to offer discounts on Health Insurance, Banking (new home loans, credit cards, everyday bank accounts), flights & accommodation, car hire, car leasing and much more.
How to apply
Select "Apply Now" to submit your application.
Position Reference Number: 162222
About the Role
Ventia are seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Administrator within our Telecommunications, ODM contract.
This is a Permanent Full-time position that can be located out of Victoria, Sydney or Brisbane with a hybrid home and office working model.
Reporting to our Telco Operations & Services Senior Commercial Manager with oversight of our NBN ODM Contract and NBN Field Contract (non-Network/Services scopes), this position has responsibility for both client and supply chain commercial management in a positive and collaborative environment.
The role will interact closely with the broader delivery team to optimise project performance across all areas and is a member of the Telco commercial leadership team.
More specifically the role entails:
- Commercial leadership and mentoring, with line management responsibilities
- Key commercial representative with the supply chain and clients to work through commercial matters
- Lead, prioritise and deliver the contract administration responsibilities to achieve strong and compliant outcomes
- Act as a source of advice and as a sounding board for the contract teams
- Creation of a ‘no surprises’ and ‘continuous improvement’ culture leveraging commercial opportunities, from pre-tender through to demobilisation
- Facilitate delivery of financial and contractual outcomes working closely with the other contract leaders
- Administration of compliant notices including potential contract impacts, variations, and latent conditions, and lead in strategic resolution of contractual disputes and notices
- Management and identification of commercial claims (opportunities & threats), including assessment of entitlement, pricing, contract variation mechanism compliance, and consultation with corporate teams, to achieve optimal outcomes
- Lead subcontractor onboarding activities from strategy, through commercial negotiations and subsequent supply chain management
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have a tertiary qualification in Engineering, Construction Law, Business Management, Finance or similar with experience working in Contracts Administration / Commercial Management ideally within the Telecommunications industry.
You will also possess:
- Experience of driving and delivering successful outcomes on strategic client and supply chain contracts
- Proven commercial acumen: subcontract management / tendering, legal claims, administration, modelling, KPIs, profit improvement
- Exceptional people management and proactive communication skills with all stakeholders internally and externally
- A solutions focus and the initiative to identify, drive and take ownership of key deliverables whilst working collaboratively in a team
- Working knowledge of standard forms of construction contracts and mechanisms, contract law, flow throughs, ability to negotiate terms within provided parameters, and manage associated risks
Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, Māori and Pasifika people, LGTBQI+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.
What We Offer You
Not only do we offer a competitive salary and career growth, we have also partnered with reputable organisations to be able to offer discounts on Health Insurance, Banking (new home loans, credit cards, everyday bank accounts), flights & accommodation, car hire, car leasing and much more.
How to apply
Select "Apply Now" to submit your application.
Position Reference Number: 162222
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