About Us At Downer we plan, create and sustain.
Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand.
Through trusted relationships and world-leading insight, we work closely with our customers to design, build, and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities.
About The Team Social Infrastructure & Citizen Services delivers the critical thinking, building, maintenance, and sustainment behind Australia and New Zealand's essential public assets, facilities, and community services.
The communities we serve are at the heart of our operations.
We run places of healthcare and education, custodial facilities, manage customer data centres and critical systems, and take asset management risk over 25 years through our portfolio of Public Private Partnership (PPP) contracts.
Job Description We currently have an opportunity for a Contract Administrator to join our team.
This position will support the Riverina Redevelopment Joint Venture (RRJV), which is a 50/50 joint venture between Downer and CPB Contractors to undertake major upgrades and replacement of existing infrastructure and facilities.
We are seeking candidates to be part of our team on the redevelopment project, covering the Albury Wodonga Military Area, Blamey Barracks (Kapooka), and the RAAF Base Wagga.
Responsibilities The role has a broad remit, with key responsibilities outlined below:
Define & communicate delivery dates for orders to all stakeholders (including clients & internal).Ensure invoices and progress updates are issued on time and in line with Head Contract requirements.Scrutinise each contract or purchase order received for key criteria regarding delivery, payment terms, financial instruments, documentation, insurances, penalties, and transportation requirements to ensure alignment with Downer policies.Project setup in the financial system, as well as creation and management of project budgets.Month-end reporting, including accrual calculation, cost and revenue forecasting, cash flows, and month-to-date margin metrics.Supply of timely and accurate invoicing to the client, free of errors (e.g., monthly invoicing).What you'll bring Hold or able to obtain a Government Security Clearance (must have).Experience in contracts administration in similar construction environments.Intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills.Knowledge of contract clauses/languages/risks such as indemnities, limits of liabilities, liquidated damages, etc., how they are administered, and how they impact project risk.Ability to independently review, understand, and interpret contract terms/clauses.Ability to create notices, invoices, and other contract documents in line with contract requirements.Understanding of contract securities and financial instruments, including bank guarantees, letters of credit, and foreign exchange hedges.Base understanding of project finance metrics, including accruals, earned value, forecast costs, margin, and cash flows.Diploma or greater in contract/commercial/cost control related fields is an advantage.More than anything, you'll have a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a drive to provide high-quality outcomes for the Social Infrastructure and Citizen Services business unit and our clients.
Why work for us? Working for the Social Infrastructure and Citizen Services business unit means every day you will be enabling our communities to thrive.
With a bright future ahead of us, you will find purpose here and have the opportunity to directly impact and contribute positively to our future.
You'll also find a range of benefits available such as:
Training and development to support your career.Internal career opportunities across the Downer Group business.Affordable healthcare covers, discounted car purchase and rental (with selected brands), and other retail discounts.An Employee Assistance Program providing access to professionals to support you (and your family) to achieve your personal or professional goals through wellbeing coaching, counselling, financial advice, legal advice, and more.This exciting role offers you the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a highly successful organisation.
If you are passionate about what you do and motivated to succeed, then apply now. Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures.
As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.
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