Introduction

This is a senior contract management position for a professional with strong experience in large-scale construction, EPC, infrastructure, or industrial projects, with the ability to manage commercial and contractual matters throughout the project lifecycle.

What are you going to do 

  • Manage and administer construction and EPC contracts throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Lead contract administration, commercial management, variations, claims, and contractual correspondence.
  • Monitor contractor performance, contractual obligations, deliverables, and compliance.
  • Review and manage variation orders, extension of time (EOT), claims, disputes, and commercial risks.
  • Ensure contractual requirements are properly interpreted and implemented across project activities.
  • Work closely with Project Management, Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Planning, Cost Control, and Legal teams.
  • Manage commercial interfaces with main contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and suppliers.
  • Review payment applications, progress claims, supporting documentation, and contractual entitlements.
  • Identify contractual and commercial risks and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.
  • Support negotiations with contractors and other project stakeholders.
  • Maintain accurate contract records, correspondence, notices, and commercial documentation.
  • Prepare regular contractual and commercial reports for project leadership.
  • Ensure project activities remain aligned with approved contracts, budgets, schedules, and company procedures.

Essential skills and knowledge

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Business, Law, or a related discipline.
  • Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in contract management, with significant exposure to construction projects.
  • Strong experience working on large-scale construction, EPC, mining, infrastructure, industrial, or major capital projects.
  • Proven experience managing main contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and complex contractual interfaces.
  • Strong understanding of construction project execution and the commercial implications of scope, schedule, cost, and technical changes.
  • Experience working with international contractors and multinational project teams is highly advantageous.
  • Strong negotiation, analytical, communication, and stakeholder-management skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a remote mining/project environment in Papua.
  • Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal.

What we offer 

  • Global Network and Professional Community: As part of the Brunel family, you will join a vast network of professionals and experts across industries, fostering connections that help you thrive in your career.
  • Commitment to Safety and Excellence: We prioritize safety and operational excellence. In this role, you will play a key part in upholding our safety standards, working closely with the team to ensure a hazard-free and efficient operation.
  • Competitive Salary Package: A highly competitive salary that reflects your experience and skills, designed to motivate and reward top-tier talent like yourself.

Closing: 02 October 2026

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Process of your application

Application process & contact

We will now begin examining your application: We will take a close look at your application documents and ask you for additional information if necessary. If your qualifications match our requirements, we will invite you to meet us for the first time.

Project discussion with our customer

If the introductory meeting goes well for you and us, we will arrange a meeting with the customer who has the perfect project for you. This gives you the opportunity to find out more about the customer and the project.

The decision

If you enjoyed the project discussion and the customer is also convinced of your expertise, we will ask you the final and decisive question: Do you want to get started at Brunel?

Introductory conversation with Brunel

In an introductory meeting, we would like to find out more about your interests, ambitions and professional developments. At the same time, we report on working at Brunel and provide information about all career opportunities and prospects.

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