Contracts Advisor

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Civmec Construction & Engineering
Civmec is an integrated multi-disciplinary heavy engineering and construction provider to the metals and minerals, oil and gas, infrastructure, as well as marine and defence markets. Our diversification enables us to operate extensively across the nation.
Civmec’s employees are integral to our continuous success. The principles and values adopted by all employees via our Never Assume program underpins the culture of Civmec, driving our behaviour, attitude, decisions and actions to create a sustainable, successful Company.

The opportunity
Civmec are currently seeking a Contracts Advisor to join our busy commercial team on a full-time basis. The position will be working from our corporate office in Henderson, including free parking and waterfront views.

As a Contracts Advisor with Civmec, you will –
  • Provide legal advice across the business to management and executives as required
  • Ensuring the commercial interests of the business are protected and promoted under or in connection with any contracts the business intends to enter into or has entered into
  • Review of tender documentation and identification of pre-contract risks, including preparation of CRA’s
  • Prepare and review corporate contracts, head contracts and subcontract
  • Liaising with company procurement, risk management and audit personnel
  • Conducting commercial and legal negotiations with contractors
  • Reviewing contractual commitments and interpretation of rights and obligations and assess claims made under contracts by or against the business
  • Maintain lessons learnt register & Contracts Register
About You –
  • Bachelor’s degree with a Law specialisation
  • 3 to 5 years’ post admission experience in-house as a solicitor or similar
  • Sound working knowledge in Australian construction law and dispute resolution
  • Excellent negotiating and contract drafting skills
Civmec + You -
At Civmec, we offer an inclusive workplace with a ‘Never Assume’ culture, sustained by our experienced and supportive management team. Our Reward and Recognition program acknowledges our employees’ achievements and contributions to Civmec’s success. Staff employment benefits start with income protection, and go on to include access to novated leasing, and offers from our corporate partners such as health insurance and holiday travel discounts.

Interested in learning more?
If you feel this role is for you, please click the “Apply” link to start your application. We look forward to hearing from you and starting the pathway to your career with Civmec.

Civmec is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.
We respectfully request no agency submissions

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