Contracts Administration (Administration & Office Support)
Full time
About the Inland Rail Program
The Inland Rail Program is a 1600km rail infrastructure project stretching from Brisbane to Melbourne incorporating new and existing rail track. The program includes the upgrading of existing standard gauge track, the enhancement of existing standard gauge track to cater for double stacking and the construction of new standard gauge links comprising of viaducts, tunnels, rail track, crossings and bridges.
About the opportunity
As the Contract Administration you will provide support to the Inland Rail projects team handling the daily management of contract documents, assist the Senior Contracts Administrator and the Project Delivery Team in addressing any contractual matters related to project delivery for tranche 2 Beveridge to Albury.
Key responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
Efficiently and effectively undertake contract administration duties including the review and authorisation of payments for services covered by agreements. Identify, recommend and implement agreed processes and systems to monitor contracts to ensure they meet and respond to relevant contractual requirements. Identify commercial risks and develop risk mitigation actions. Ensure the receipt and veracity of contract securities. Maintain commercial registers including correspondence, variations, claims and contemporaneous records. Ensure contractual documentation is accurate, recorded, approved and distributed in a timely manner. Participate in projects and undertake other duties as requested such as recording minutes of meetings. About You
To be successful in this role you will need meticulous attention to detail, be organised and communicate effectively. You will be able to think outside of the box, identify potential risks or opportunities.
To ensure success in this position, applicants will be able to demonstrate:
Tertiary qualifications in fields such as business, commerce, law, engineering or related discipline or relevant experience. Proven experience and application in a similar role. Professional outlook with experience of design & construction contract administration, with a knowledge of relevant contracting theories and principles. Significant experience with contracts in a large, multifaceted infrastructure project. Ability to work as part of a team. Ability to step up, meet deadlines and provide additional support within the team when required. Clear and concise oral and written communications skills and the ability to communicate with all levels of the company, customer representatives and management. A clear understanding of ethical practices and probity within a large organisation. Desirable Selection Criteria
Experience in:
The rail industry. Using Document Management Systems (Aconex). Apply Now
If this opportunity sounds like the challenge you have been looking for please apply online today.
All employment is decided based on suitability to the role, cultural fit, merit, and business needs.
As part of the application process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment criminal history, reference and medical checks, including drug and alcohol testing. Inland Rail is a drug and alcohol-free working environment.
Applications close: Sunday 5th Jan 2025
Please note that applications are reviewed from point of advertising so don't delay your application.
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