We are seeking a highly motivated and results driven Contracts Manager to lead our contracts and procurement team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a global team working on complex, high-impact projects across New Zealand. This role will ideally be located in Auckland, New Plymouth or Wellington.

When you work for us, you get the chance to join nearly 50,000 people all driven by a common purpose – delivering a more sustainable world.

We’re excited about the challenges ahead. If you ask us, there’s never been a more rewarding time to work in the energy, chemical and resources sectors.

We offer a flexible approach to working, because our people are safer, healthier, and more productive when they can balance work with life. That’s why we offer flexible and hybrid working options, so you can choose when, where and how you work.

As a Contracts Manager, you will provide senior contracts and commercial leadership across construction and consultancy projects, supporting delivery from early strategy through to close‑out.

This role will suit someone with contractor and/or engineering consultancy experience, who understands the commercial realities of construction delivery, including variations, claims and risk management.

You will lead a team spanning contract management, procurement, logistics and materials management, and act as a trusted commercial partner to project managers, construction managers and clients, contributing to effective contract strategies and strong commercial outcomes.

Who we are

Worley is a global professional services company of Engineering consultants, Project Delivery and Construction experts.

Right now, we’re bridging two worlds as we accelerate to more sustainable energy sources, while helping our customers provide the solutions that society needs now. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their portfolio of assets.

In New Zealand we have 6 offices spread across the country and partner with our customers to deliver projects focused around the energy, power, chemicals, water, and industrial sectors. We solve complex problems by finding integrated data-centric solutions from the first stages of engineering and consulting to the last stages of installation and commissioning.

Join us and help drive innovation and sustainability in our projects.

What you’ll do

• Lead a team of contract managers and procurement professionals working on a diverse range of projects
• Ensure effective contracting strategies are developed and implemented on all our projects.
• Prepare, review, and negotiate contract documentation.
• Lead contract formation and post-award contract administration, including variations, claims, payments, and performance management.
• Interface directly with clients, suppliers, and contractors to develop robust commercial packages.
• Monitor and report on cost and schedule impacts related to procurement activities.
• Identify and manage commercial risks and support project teams with contractual correspondence.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures.

What you’ll have

• A university degree in Quantity Surveying, Project Management, Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience in full lifecycle procurement – from enquiry to contract award and post-award management.
• Strong understanding of FIDIC, NZS 3910/3916, NEC 3/4, or similar standard forms of contract.
• Skilled in contract negotiation, execution, and administration.
• Ability to identify commercial risks and ensure mitigation strategies are in place.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Why you should apply

• Flexible work arrangements.
• Competitive remuneration & employee benefits.
• Career development opportunities beyond this role.
• Supported by both a local and globally connected team.
• Ability to purchase additional leave.
• Paid parental leave program – we offer 22 weeks gender neutral paid parental leave for primary careers.
• Supportive team culture built on respect, safety, and open communication.
• Take advantage of our global on-line learning platform!
• Opportunity to work on a variety of diverse and exciting projects as we transition to a more sustainable world.

Moving forward together

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.

We’re building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.

Whatever your ambition, there’s a path for you here. And there’s no barrier to your potential career success.