Deepika S.
Senior Contracts Manager
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Deepika S. is an accomplished Contracts Management & Governance Professional with extensive experience in public-sector environments. She specializes in end-to-end contract administration for portfolios exceeding $100M, effectively managing variations, claims, and compliance across diverse contractual suites. Currently serving as a Contracts Advisor for the Town of Port Hedland, she oversees an enterprise-wide portfolio of 158 active contracts, valued at $100.6M, providing strategic advice on contract risk, compliance, and performance. Deepika has demonstrated a robust ability to align contracts management processes with governance frameworks, offering trusted commercial advice to support sound executive decision-making. Her proficiency includes the use of advanced systems such as Aconex, SAP, and SharePoint to ensure disciplined documentation and governance integrity. Additionally, she has a strong background in procurement, tender processes, and stakeholder management, fostering compliance and strategic alignment within organizational and government frameworks.
Experience
Contracts Advisor – Corporate Services, Governance
Town of Port Hedland, WA · 2026 — PresentProvide governance oversight across an active portfolio of 158 contracts totaling $100.6M, ensuring consistent lifecycle management and compliance across various business units. Advise managers and executives on contract entitlement and risk exposure while developing risk-mitigation strategies aligned with organizational goals. Conduct contract compliance and control reviews to uphold audit readiness and improve contract management frameworks in collaboration with cross-functional teams.Contracts Administrator / Advisor – Infrastructure Projects & Assets
Town of Port Hedland, WA · 2025 — 2026Administer the complete post-award lifecycle of contracts within a $40M+ capital works portfolio, including handling variations and claims, while ensuring statutory compliance and maintaining documentation standards. Provide contractual advice to project leads and engineers to support effective decision-making within tight deadlines.Contracts Administrator - Contracts Services
City of Mandurah − Mandurah, WA · 2024 — 2025Manage 22 operational and construction contracts valued at $31.6M, overseeing contract administration, variations, and compliance. Support procurement planning and RFx development, while reviewing transactional documentation for accuracy and compliance.Administration Officer - Contracts & Procurement Services
City of Mandurah − Mandurah, WA · 2024 — 2024Support the Contracts Services department by maintaining audit-ready records and enhancing governance in a $31.6M portfolio. Conduct compliance checks and maintain digital records in TechnologyOne and SharePoint while assisting with RFx administration and procurement planning documentation.Support Officer – Integrated Operations & Centralised Administration and Travel Team
Rio Tinto - Weipa, QLD · 2018 — 2018Facilitate contractor onboarding and compliance processes while maintaining accurate procurement and vendor records. Coordinate operational logistics and WHS compliance, including support for financial tracking and documenting operational processes.Library Officer (Casual)
Shire of Ashburton - Tom Price, WA · 2016 — 2017Coordinate resources and community programs at a remote library, ensuring accurate records and delivering services effectively while also representing the library at community events.Customer Service Officer (Casual)
Coles Supermarkets - Tom Price, WA · 2015 — 2016Deliver customer service while handling EFTPOS and cash transactions, and act as an escalation point for complex customer issues. Participate in team leadership during peak periods to ensure continuity of service.Co Managing Partner - Operations & Compliance
Hazel Outlook - Pune, MH, India · 2013 — 2015Oversee operations for a PR and events agency, managing HR compliance, financial records, and vendor management while coordinating large-scale events and streamlining workflows.Recruitment Consultant - IT Services
I-Quest Consultants - Pune, India · 2011 — 2012Conduct end-to-end recruitment processes for IT multinationals, managing candidate sourcing, screening, interviews, and onboarding while maintaining ATS records and ensuring compliance.HR Generalist trainee
PREHR (MIC) Consultants - Pune, MH, India · 2011 — 2011Support various HR functions such as recruitment, onboarding, and compliance documentation while assisting with policy updates and preparing HR reports.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Graduate Business Law (Enrolled)UNSW Sydney · 2026 — Present
- Master of Business Administration (Human Resource Management)CSVTU, India · 2012 — Present
- Bachelor of Business AdministrationPt. RSSU, India · 2009 — Present
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