Case Studies

Contracts Specialist

Asset Type: Multiple mining operations
Client: Rio Tinto
Location: Various, Queensland
Scope: Contract Specialist to support project delivery
Duration: Ongoing
Date: Early 2018 to present

Our Contracts Specialist was placed with client Rio Tinto to support their project portfolio including operations at Weipa, Gulf of Carpentaria, Yarwun and QAL. 

Rio Tinto is a mining and metals company operating in around 36 countries around the world. Specialising in four product groups: Aluminium, Copper & Diamonds, Energy & Minerals and Iron Ore.

Concentis’ Contract Specialist has vast experience in the successful delivery of multiple projects, small and large-scale.

Our Specialist brings a proven track record in the development of procurement strategies, plans and priorities, and identifying opportunities to leverage value or mitigate risk.

Concentis’ Contract Specialist has a vast knowledge of post-award contract management including, claims assessment, delay quantum analysis, dispute management & mitigation.

Our Contracts Specialist provides commercial support to our client’s multiple projects and provides expertise including:

• Development of contract conditions and commercial framework
• Oversee all commercial aspects of project delivery
• Assessment of claims, variations and extension of time
• Assist in dispute mitigation and resolution processes using relationship-based approach
• Manage contracts to ensure client interests are protected
• Provide guidance to project leads on commercial and contractual matters
• Provide training to delivery teams including legislative requirements

Our Contract Specialist has proven experience in overcoming challenges and has been involved in complex forensic rescue of contracts and successful resolution of disputes through meaningful negotiation. His reputation amongst clients and peers is second to none.