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Seymour Whyte, in a Joint Venture with Vinci Grande Projects and Beca, has been selected by ICON Water to embark on the Design and Construct upgrade of the Lower Molonglo Water Quality Control Centre (LMWQCC), the ACT’s primary wastewater treatment facility and the largest of its kind in inland Australia.

We're seeking applications from experienced Contracts Administrators to join our team. This 4-year project will modernise the plant’s solids handling system while preparing for future growth and potential updates to air emission standards. Located near central Canberra, the project will enhance and support the region’s critical infrastructure.

As a progressive, leading civil engineering firm built on the strong foundations of our unique history, we engage, enable and empower our people to be better. With you, we are altogether stronger, in building the future we want. 

About the role:

• Preparing progress/assessment claims.
• Analysing contracts to assess the requirements of the principal.
• Subcontract preparation, variation administration, pricing, and negotiation.
• Cost management and forecasting including coding.
• Review subcontract agreements including standard conditions relevant to the specific trades.
• Timely and accurate processing of payments in accordance with the Security of Payments Act.

The successful applicant will have the following skills and experience:

• Relevant formal qualifications or previous experience in contracts/project administration in a principal contractor environment.
• Experience with and understanding of procurement and commercial processes and procedures.
• Experience with and understanding of financial/cost/project management systems and processes.
• Understanding of Company subcontract terms and their implications for project delivery and risk.
• Sound negotiation skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

We have a range of additional benefits available for our employees:

• Health & Wellbeing – discounted health insurance, seasonal vaccinations, wellness discounts, fertility benefit and employee assistance program (EAP).
• Time for life / Work life balance – birthday leave, purchased leave program, paid parental leave and flexible work arrangements.
• Financial wellbeing – competitive remuneration, annual performance bonuses, salary continuance insurance and employee share program.
• Career development – training, mentoring programs, and leadership development program.

Many of our projects are located in regional areas, therefore 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 toward 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.

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

Reference code: 494256

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