Subcontract Coordination - Wood Group International Services PTE Ltd - Angore, Papua New Guinea
(2022-05)
- Executed Subcontract Coordination functions covering all facets of Contract Administration, addressing contractual matters pertinent to local clans to ensure equitable distribution of work packages, minimising conflicts that could lead to work stoppages, project delays, or budget overruns.
- Prioritised local issues for management to maintain workforce harmony.
Commercial Manager - BARRICK GOLD - Paddington, Dominican Republic
(2020-12 - 2021-08)
- Oversaw all Commercial activities, encompassing Supply Chain and Contracts Management.
- Regrettably, I was unable to return after a field break in February 2020 due to COVID-19 border closures in both Australia and the Dominican Republic.
Contracts Manager - PT FREEPORT INDONESIA (FREEPORT) - Papua, Indonesia
(2012-07 - 2020-12)
- Recruited and developed a proficient team of contract writers and field administrators to effectively manage all functions typical of an EPCM type Contract for a billion-dollar project in a remote environment.
- Facilitated training for new hires, enhancing the skill levels of existing staff to meet and surpass world-class mining standards.
- Optimised and enriched the contractor information database, ensuring Freeport engaged only those contractors with required pre-qualification attributes to execute the right job at the right price, within designated timelines, while maintaining exceptional quality and safety standards.
- Collaborated closely with various departments to ensure that their specific End User requirements were met and exceeded.
- Formulated revisions to the Contracts Department Policies and Procedures, training all staff in their proper use and strict compliance with company policies and those of the host country.
Procurement and Contracts Manager - MONGOLIAN ENERGY CORPORATION - Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
(2009-01 - 2012-07)
- Participated in a short-term assignment to establish contracts and procurement templates for this new Hong Kong coal mining venture in Mongolia.
- Trained Mongolian procurement and contracts staff to ensure full comprehension of their obligations.
- Implemented a fully automated procurement and contracts management system, providing training to all personnel on its utilisation.
Contracts Advisor - CHEVRON NIGERIA LIMITED - Escravos, Nigeria
(2008-02 - 2009-08)
- Served as part of a trio of Contracts Advisors at Chevron Nigeria Limited, adhering to a 30-day on/30-day off roster to oversee the appointed EPCM Contractor, Kellogg, Brown and Root's Contracts Engineers, in formalising diverse complex Construction and related Contract documents for this US$8 billion Project.
- Monitored compliance with Chevron's standard terms and conditions for tendering and award by the EPCM Contractor.
Deputy Contracts Manager - SNC-LAVALIN AUSTRALIA PTY LTD - Brisbane, Australia
(2007-04 - 2008-12)
- Directed a team of eight Contracts Administrators and support staff on the US$4.2 billion greenfield Goro Nickel Project, utilising various contract types including Cost Plus, Schedule of Rates, and Lump Sum.
- Managed pre-qualification processes for new site-initiated contracts allocated to the LCE.
- Oversaw tender document development, invitation procedures, evaluation techniques, and award processes.
- Administered post-award tasks including claim/payment processes, formal correspondence, change orders, and development of post-award relationship management strategies.
Contracts Manager - IVANHOE MINES MONGOLIA INC. - Ulaan Baatar, Mongolia
(2005-03 - 2007-06)
- Established 'boiler plate' construction-related documents and outlined department policies and procedures.
- Managed daily tasks such as calling tenders, analysing and negotiating contracts, drafting contract documents, and overseeing contract administration including assessment of progress claims and variations, alongside cost reporting and monitoring.
- Additionally, trained local Mongolian personnel in contract administration, including preparation of tender documents and editing specifications, and preparation of Bills of Quantities.
Contracts Manager - NEWMONT GHANA GOLD LTD - Paddington, Ghana
(2004-03 - 2005-09)
- Established the Contracts Department for Newmont Ghana Operations, implementing comprehensive procedures and systems.
- Trained Ghanaian Contracts Engineers and support staff in professional contract administration practices.
- Liaised with local businesses to maximise local content usage during the construction of the new mine.
Senior Contracts Engineer - PT. FREEPORT INDONESIA - Tembagapura, Indonesia
(2000-06 - 2004-09)
- Prepared tender packages, including plans, specifications, scopes, MTO's, BOQ's, schedules, as well as special and general terms and conditions, for bidding.
- Conducted comprehensive receipt checks and comparative analysis of bids, facilitating negotiations, final approvals, and issuance of letters of intent and contract agreement documents.
- Coordinated contractor on-site operations in alignment with construction schedules, ensuring compliance with contract documentation, QA/QC requirements, and safety regulations.
- Chaired site meetings, documented minutes, and ensured authorisation and processing of progress claims, cost escalation claims, and variation claims.
Senior Contracts Engineer - PT. NEWMONT NUSA TENGGARA - Sumbawa, Indonesia
(1998-02 - 2000-05)
- Contributed to establishing and implementing contract systems and procedures for PT Newmont Nusa Tenggara in Sumbawa, specifically for a grassroots Copper and Gold Mine.
- Held overall responsibility for the establishment and management of the Contracts Department, including recruiting and training new Indonesian National Engineers in professional Contract Engineering methods.
- Was instrumental in setting up the Contracts Department, drafting and implementing Contracts Department Policies and Procedures, and preparing tender documents.
- Conducted tender evaluations, negotiations with contractors, finalisation and recommendations of tender outcomes, and contract document preparation, alongside administration of contracts.
Senior Contracts Engineer - PT. FREEPORT INDONESIA - Tembagapura, Indonesia
(1994-03 - 1998-06)
- Participated in on-site contract administration for the 115 K Expansion and the 4th Concentrator Expansions, overseeing projects worth a total of US$2 billion, including the Power Station, Transmission Line, and Mill Expansion.
- Drafted tender packages consisting of plans, specifications, scopes, MTO's, BOQ's, schedules, as well as special and general terms and conditions for bidding.
- Conducted rigorous checks on received bids, created comparison analysis sheets, negotiated and finalised letters of intent and contracts, ensuring compliance with quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) requirements and safety regulations during on-site coordination of contractor works.
- Served as chair for site meetings, documenting minutes and facilitating the authorisation and processing of progress claims, cost escalation claims, and variation claims.
- Gained practical experience through hands-on work under the guidance of major trade contractors.
Supply Department/Financial Accountant - PLACER (PNG) PTY LTD - PNG, PNG
(1993-01 - 1994-02)
- Contracted to develop supply department procedures and position descriptions.
- Post-completion of the supply area, assisted the Financial Controller in implementing improved controls and work practices within the financial group.
- Following the successful implementation of these initiatives, I was offered a permanent position as Financial Accountant.
Accounting Manager - BECHTEL AUSTRALIA PTY LTD - Kutubu, PNG
(1990-02 - 1993-03)
- Oversaw all accounting functions at the project job site, including establishing and maintaining offshore project accounting records in three currencies.
- Managed financial reporting and preparation of company tax returns, alongside foreign currency cash flows, coordination and control of fixed assets, management of contractor and supplier payments, offshore payroll (US, Australia, National & NZ), project insurance reporting, reconciliation of cost and commitment ledgers, and client billings.
Accounting Supervisor - BECHTEL AUSTRALIA PTY LTD - Portland, Australia
(1991-01 - 1993-03)
- Directed all site accounting and administration responsibilities, maintaining accounting books and preparing trial balances along with associated reconciliations and reporting.
- Handled fixed asset accounting, cash flows, client billings, accounts payable, and payroll.
