BMD is Australia's leading integrated engineering, construction and urban development business.
As the largest privately owned civil contractor in Australia, BMD is at the forefront of excellence and its footprint expands globally to the Philippines and United Kingdom.
With a commitment to long-term relationships and collaborative contracting setting us apart and through a team of over 2000 skilled professionals, BMD specialises in transformative infrastructure across diverse sectors.The Role : We are looking for a Contracts Manager to join our high performing project team, based in our site office of a major infrastructure project.
You will provide vital support to our Commercial Manager with contract formation, inbound and outbound commercial correspondence and leading discussions in monthly contractor meetings.
This role may require ability to FIFO / DIDO when required to our regional construction projects.Drawing on your commercial and legal acumen, you will build positive relationships across all levels to ensure thorough contracts management, with tasks including : Advising on contractual obligations, main contract administration and entitlement for cost and timeAdapting template subcontracts, supply agreements and hire agreements for compliance with project-specific main contractsReviewing, amending and negotiating departures from subcontractors, consultants and suppliers of plant, equipment, materials and labourResolving contentious subcontract negotiations, claims, and disputesDelivering and managing contract and subcontract administrationDeveloping and maintaining relationships with internal stakeholders (ie project team, commercial team etc) but also maintaining relationships with the subcontractors and their commercial management etc.Manage the tasks of two contracts administratorsWho we're looking for : A background / qualifications in construction law and / or procurementThe ability to interpret and apply terms of contractStrong drafting skills and experience writing head contract and subcontract lettersDecision making, negotiation and influencing skillsExperience of managing subcontract packages, preferably for construction projectsUnderstanding of relevant legislationBenefitsWe believe our people do their best work when they feel supported — personally and professionally.
That's why we offer benefits that go beyond the basics : grow your career with specialised learning and development programsbe recognised at our annual employee awards event and through our Thrive reward and recognition platformprioritise wellbeing with mental health support and discounted gym accesssupport your family with paid parental leave for primary and secondary carers and flexible work arrangements availableaccess perks with novated leasing, specialised Power Perks and discounts with hundreds of retailers.Diversity and inclusionWe recognise that we are strengthened by diversity, and we embrace differences as an equal opportunity employer providing a flexible and inclusive workplace.So, join our team, be yourself and help us power futures and create legacies.We're a purpose and values-led business guided by our values of family, empowered, collaborative and driven.
For further details on what makes BMD unique, head to job insightsSalary match Number of applicants Skills matchBMD is Australia's leading integrated engineering, construction and urban development business, with foundations built on the family values that underpin our unique, collaborative approach.For over four decades, we have grown to become a $2 billion operation, now sharing our expertise internationally in the Philippines and the UK.We proudly operate five companies in our unique vertical integration business model, including BMD Constructions, BMD Urban, Empower, JMac, and Urbex.BMD is Australia's leading integrated engineering, construction and urban development business, with foundations built on the family values that underpin our unique, collaborative approach.For over four decades, we have grown to become a $2 billion operation, now sharing our expertise internationally in the Philippines and the UK.We proudly operate five companies in our unique vertical integration business model, including BMD Constructions, BMD Urban, Empower, JMac, and Urbex.Perks and benefits Competitive remuneration Leave benefits Learning and development opportunities Employee rewards and recognition platform Health and wellbeing benefitsTo help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory.
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Contract Manager • Melbourne, Australia