Contracts Management (Construction)
Full time
Whittens is an Australian owned and operated multidisciplined civil construction company, proudly offering over 22 years' experience throughout Western Australia, New South Wales and Queensland.
With a growing reputation, we continue to partner with some of Australia's major Infrastructure, Mining, Oil and Gas and Defence clients, specialising in the delivery of large scale and technically complex concrete construction, roadworks, earthworks and piping works projects.
Our mission, as an agile and people centric business, is to be the market leader in civil contracting, achieving sustainable growth through high performing people who safely deliver successful project outcomes for their clients.
Our Projects
We now have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Contracts Administrator to join our team working on a 2/1 fly in fly out roster. This is an excellent full-time opportunity for an experienced Senior Contracts Administrator to work on a large concrete infrastructure project in WA.
Reporting directly to the Senior Project Manager and as part of a supportive commercial team, this role will be responsible for evaluation and administration of the head contract and subcontracts/supply chain on the project, provide technical support and Contracts Administrator Management.
Your Role
Ensuring Head and Subcontract compliance with regards to contractual provisions and notice time frames
Updating the maintenance of accurate registers (Procurement, Commercial Clarification, Correspondence, Variation, Site Instruction, Extension of Time Claim)
Understanding tender strategy with regards to Procurement/supply chain engagement
Involved in preparation and issuing of RFQ documentation including all related attachments/information and timeframes required for issue of documentation
Compiling quantity take-off /bills of materials for packages
Raising Purchase Orders based on Contract Values and chase up approvals from relevant stakeholders
Vendor Engagement from quotation to approval and the execution of agreements
Reviewing Progress Claims / Invoices as submitted by Vendors and ensure timely response to Payment Claims / payment of invoices as required under the Agreements
Inputting Head Contract Reporting requirements including: QMR, Free Issued Commodities registers, Progress Claim Register, Cash Flow
Issuing of relevant notifications against issue of revised drawings/scope of Works or Technical requirements
Compiling and Submit Progress Claims including substantiation documentation
Compiling and Submit Variations / Extension of Time Claims
Accurate recordkeeping, ensuring Dayworks, Claim Substantiation documentation, Variation Documentation (invoices and delivery notes) etc. are processed
Raising Commitments and identifying the effect of commitments on forecasting
Identifying costs related to Variations of works
Understanding of Critical Path and effects of Variations/Change in works on Programme Critical Path
To be successful, you will have the following:
Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or Civil Engineering - Ideal
Demonstrated experience in a similar position in a Construction / Civil environment
Demonstrated ability to understand, interpret and administer contracts and subcontracts
Ability to correctly interpret and advise on contractual matters
Solid understanding of cost control and reporting
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
What we offer
Whittens are committed to investing in our people, offering learning and development opportunities to build on the skills and experience you bring. With a strong pipeline of future works secured, you can be assured that there are opportunities beyond the current project to build your career with us.
Generous and competitive salary package on weekly pay
Work amongst engaged leaders and collaborative teams
High-performance supportive culture
Safety being at the forefront of everything we do
Eligibility for cash bonuses as part the employee referral program
Discounted Health insurance
Paid parental leave
Novated Lease
Long term permanent role and the opportunity to work on a range of projects across Australia
Whittens is committed to workplace diversity. We support women in civil construction, champion Indigenous partnerships and encourage people of all cultural backgrounds to apply.
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