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Upper South Creek Network Project – Supporting Western Sydney’s Growth!

Be part of a large-scale, long-term joint venture between Seymour Whyte and Jacobs, awarded by Sydney Water as an Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Management (EPCM) project. As the region expands, so does the need for sustainable and resilient water solutions. The Upper South Creek Network will feature new wastewater pumping stations and gravity carriers, with the first work stage beginning before the year's end. The project also emphasises safety, digital engineering, and compliance with the latest standards, ensuring it meets future needs effectively.

About Seymour Whyte:

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.

How you’ll make an impact:

• Assist with the financial management and oversight of the Joint Venture (JV) bank account.
• Manage reconciliation of JV invoices to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Review, prepare, and submit payment claims in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Review, prepare, and submit JV invoices to Sydney Water in line with agreed processes.
• Provide financial reporting and analysis to support forecasting and commercial decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with JV financial governance, delegations, and approval processes.

Your key qualities:

• Relevant tertiary degree (Accounting or Business) with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a civil construction environment
• Commercial acumen with proven ability to present financial information and provide recommendations to senior management
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial modelling, with strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Demonstrated experience with SAP and job costing systems such as Viewpoint (or similar)
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse stakeholders
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads, work under pressure, and meet deadlines

What’s in it for you:

• Health & Wellbeing: discounted health insurance, EAP, wellness perks
• Time for Life: birthday leave, paid parental leave, purchased leave options
• Financial Wellbeing: Annually reviewed salary, bonuses, employee share program
• Career Growth: training, leadership pathways, competency frameworks

Many of our projects are located in some regional and hard to access areas with limited or no public transport, so all applicants must hold a current Driver’s Licence and have their own transport.

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.

There has never been a more exciting time to join Seymour Whyte and contribute to a successful and sustainable future.

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

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To learn more about us, visit www.seymourwhyte.com.au

Reference code: 494528

Our internal Talent Acquisition team is managing this role; applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies.