Pearl Recruitment is seeking an experienced Contracts Administrator or Contracts Manager to join our client, a well-regarded consultancy supporting major players in the mining and resources sector. Based just outside Perth’s CBD, this is a great opportunity to join a collaborative and professional team working across multiple projects with tier-one mining clients.

About the Role:
As a key member of the commercial team, you’ll provide vital contract support across a wide portfolio of projects. Your role will involve reviewing and negotiating commercial terms, managing stakeholder relationships, supporting project teams, and overseeing day-to-day contract administration and reporting.

Depending on your experience, you’ll either assist with or independently lead contract clarifications and negotiations with clients, insurers, legal teams, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Review and negotiate contract terms; maintain and update clarification registers
• Coordinate commercial correspondence and ensure all supporting documentation is managed effectively
• Support contract award, project setup, and sign-off documentation
• Assist project teams with compliance, performance tracking, and key project meetings (kick-offs, reviews, close-outs)
• Engage and assess subcontractors in line with head contract obligations
• Prepare and process payment claims, invoices, and variations
• Contribute to commercial and project reporting, including KPIs, forecasting, and cost control
• Assist with pre-qualifications and tender submissions
• Deliver internal reporting on costs, hours, and forecasting

About You:

• At least 12 months of experience in a similar role (2+ years for more senior applicants)
• Solid understanding of commercial contracts within mining/resources or infrastructure
• Confident in reviewing contracts and leading clarifications with clients (essential at higher levels)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word in particular)
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong stakeholder relationships

Salary & Flexibility:

• Salary will depend on your experience and the level of responsibility you can take on
• Full-time preferred, however part-time may be considered for the right candidates
• The role is based in a central office location, close to public transport. Onsite parking available at a discounted daily rate
• Surrounded by cafes, lunch spots, and amenities

If you are interested in this role, please click Apply Now and one of our consultants will be in touch. Alternatively, please call Nickole or Chey on (08) 9474 9079 for more information.