Contract And Commercial Specialist

OverviewJoin Us at New Plymouth District Council!

The Opportunity - Te aheingaWe're looking for a Contracts and Commercial Specialist to join our Project Management Office (PMO) team at NPDC on a four-year fixed-term basis.This is a pivotal role in the Procurement and Commercial Service team, directly reporting to the Procurement and Commercial Service Manager and supporting our construction projects by leading commercial activities across contract management, procurement and financial reporting.

You'll be instrumental in managing contract variations, payment claims and cost analysis to ensure projects are delivered efficiently, on time and within budget.As a trusted specialist, you'll help drive value through strategic procurement, identify cost-saving opportunities and ensure compliance with industry standards and NPDC policies.

Your expertise will contribute to a high-performance project environment, helping us deliver infrastructure that supports the future of our district.

Responsibilities

Manage and oversee all aspects of construction project commercial activities, including variations, cost reporting and payment claims

Analyse contract and procurement data to identify trends, risks and opportunities for cost savings

Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to procurement, supplier and contract management activities

Coordinate and manage procurement activities, ensuring compliance with company policies and industry standards

Collaborate with project teams to ensure timely and accurate delivery of project milestones

Provide support on quantity surveying, contract and commercial management matters

Provide support to the procurement and commercial team and assist with continuous improvement or other duties (as assigned) related to procurement, supplier management, payment claims or contract administration

Mentor and guide junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development

Actively ensure that legislative requirements and Council policies and procedures are fulfilled, particularly in relation to all key relevant legislation

Undertake activities aligned to NPDC's project management framework and Cost Estimation and Contingency Framework

Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement to enable effective and efficient planning and delivery

Proactively identify and effectively manage risks, working collaboratively to resolve complex issues to minimise or avoid risks to NPDC, escalating those that cannot be avoided to management and project governance

Participate in project lessons learnt reviews and support the implementation of the key learnings across the team

Ensure safety is considered in the early procurement planning stages, including identifying optioneering, and that health and safety information gathered during the planning stage is passed onto the delivery team

Qualifications

Minimum Diploma in Quantity Surveying or Project Management (bachelor's degree preferred)

Minimum of four years of experience in commercial and contract management

Strong knowledge of construction project commercial management, including variations, cost reporting and payment claims

Proficient in data analysis and report preparation

Proficient in MS Excel, PowerPoint and Word

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong organisational and time management abilities

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Project management background is an added advantage

Public sector commercial and procurement experience

Experience with data visualisation tools (e.g. Power BI) is a plus

What We Offer - Nga Ratonga

At New Plymouth District Council, we aim to create and sustain a truly rewarding workplace environment for our staff.This includes :

Solid career pathways

Learning and development opportunities

Personal and professional growth

Wellbeing, Development, Benefits, Culture and Recognition

You can expect to start in this four-year fixed-term, full-time role with a salary between $81,545 and $87,887

We value the wellbeing of our team and provide an inclusive workplace that recognises and rewards your contributions.

Together, we're building a better New Plymouth - one step at a time.Be part of a council that values people, culture and opportunity.

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