With offices in Africa, Australia, Canada and the Philippines, Lycopodium proudly delivers high quality professional engineering and project delivery services globally, across the mining and metals, infrastructure and process industries. By joining our global team and learning from renowned subject matter experts, we can offer you a rich and diverse career. Lycopodium is currently recruiting for a highly experienced Lead Contracts Engineer to take on a critical role in Africa. This position is an expat opportunity fulfilling a roster for circa 12 months. This role will be responsible for the management of the site contract team (comprised of Expats & African Nationals), including setting strategies & deliverables, implementing performance measurement, processes and procedures. Additionally, the Lead Contracts Engineer will be the point of contact between the Lycopodium Perth office and site as it pertains to any contracts related matters. Your main responsibilities will include: Primary responsibility for the provision of contract letting, evaluation of contractor’s claims, contract administration and contract closeout services for the Project. Setting up Contractor Site Kick Off meetings and explaining the Contractual obligations for the post award of the Contract. Ensure the projects established and agreed contract terms and conditions are adhered to for site works and in the event the site contract team is creating a new contract, ensuring the most appropriate terms and conditions are used that suit the specific scope of work. Take the lead role in resolution of claims, pending matters or disputes with contractors to ensure timely and effective closure of all contracts. Ensure there is compliance with the project contracting and contract management plans, schedules, budgets and ensure that project and contract deliverables are achieved within the nominated timeframes and are to a consistently high standard. Attending Contractor progress meetings. Conducting detailed commercial evaluations of Contractor’s claims, and analysis ensuring the findings are summarised or presented in formats used by Lycopodium that are clear and understandable for their intended audience. Providing leadership and guidance to a diverse team of Expats & Nationals, with a focus on supporting their individual growth and professional development. What you will bring: Undergraduate qualification in engineering, commerce or related area. Minimum of 7 years' experience in administrating and maintaining contracts at post-award stage, with experience in earthworks, concrete and other civil works, SMP and E&I. Previous international site based experience, particularly in Africa, will be considered favourably. Demonstrate a superior understanding and awareness of contract management, standard and model terms and conditions. Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision with a consistently high degree of accuracy and producing a high quality of deliverables. Effective communication with colleagues, subordinates, clients and contractors to meet targets. Demonstrated ability in managing, mentoring and leading teams. Ability to achieve consistently high standards within budget and schedule constraints. Capacity to evaluate work practices, implement systems and suggest alternatives and refinements where necessary. Previous experience in contractor claims assessments including extension of time claims. A focus on creating, fostering and managing people relationships for diverse, high-performance teams. Ability to build and sustain positive relationships with all stakeholders and work collaboratively with colleagues across multiple locations. Exemplify and encourage the core values and ethos of the business. Lycopodium has a strong company culture focusing on career progression and technical skill development. You can expect to be involved in a wide range of large projects whilst working amongst a team of highly skilled professionals. Please submit your CV by clicking the 'Apply' button. We encourage and promote diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of gender, age, disability and ethnicity. We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.