Heatherbrae, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW
Full time
Comprehensive salary + Bonus + Vehicle / VA
For over 30 years, Seymour Whyte has been a leading civil contracting business in Australia.
We combine the agility and personal connection of a Tier 2 contractor with the expertise of a Tier 1 company.
Now, with the enhanced resources of VINCI, one of the largest and most prestigious construction companies in the world, we offer our employees and clients the best of three worlds.
Employee Benefits: Join a workplace that truly values and supports its employees.
We offer flexible health and wellbeing programs to ensure you stay at your best, along with competitive pay that reflects your worth.
Our unique bonus scheme rewards your hard work, and through our partnership with VINCI, you can grow your investment with our generous employee share program.
We believe in a healthy work-life balance, offering a purchased leave program and paid parental leave.
Additionally, enjoy peace of mind with salary continuance insurance, be part of an inclusive culture, and celebrate your birthday with a paid day off.
About the role: Lead key components of a 5-kilometer dual carriageway, including major roadworks and a 170-meter bridge.
This $200–$250 million project improves Sydney-to-Brisbane connectivity and Hunter region travel.
With safety, innovation, and collaboration at the core, this is your chance to shape high-impact infrastructure.
Completion is set for 2026.
Identify future complex high-risk activities and participate in the development and review of risk assessments, SWMS's, THRC's (complete internal HIRAC training).Develop a thorough understanding of Client specifications and standards to enable the timely progression of Quality system requirements including ITPs, Lot Closure and NCRs.Develop a working knowledge of the Head Contract requirements, with the ability to overview the progress claim, negotiate variation claims, and identify contractual risks and opportunities.Manage the activities of the team, assign workloads, and provide technical and administrative guidance to project staff to ensure objectives are effectively and economically achieved.Coordinate all phases of project progress including workforce, ensuring equipment, facilities and services meet specified requirements.The successful applicant will have the following skills and experience: Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) or its equivalent.Ability to produce Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) and ITPs for all trades.Demonstrated ability to prepare contractual claims and variations.Detailed knowledge of head and subcontract agreements.Seymour Whyte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, including Veterans.
Our commitment to an equitable construction industry extends to an inclusive culture that embraces our differences and gives everyone the opportunity to grow and be equally valued.
We're unified in our direction to having a workplace that is balanced and fair for all.
Next steps: Submit your CV online to apply for this role.All successful applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical and criminal history check.Applications will only be accepted from candidates who have the right to work in Australia. #J-18808-Ljbffr