CPB Contractors is the CIMIC Group’s construction company and a leading international construction contractor, with operations across Australia, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea. 

Combining the expertise and track record formerly delivered by Leighton Contractors and Thiess, we deliver projects spanning all key sectors of the construction industry, including roads, rail, tunnelling, defence and building.

Our Mission is to generate sustainable returns for our shareholders by delivering projects for our clients, while providing safe, rewarding and fulfilling careers for our people.

We need people who are talented, motivated and disciplined, and who have a strong work ethic that drives them to succeed.

The Project

SkyWay Joint Venture (SkyWay JV) consisting of CPB Contractors and BMD Constructions has been appointed by Perth Airport to undertake the delivery of Perth’s New Runway – Airfield Landside Works (PNR), involving the construction of a new 3,000m long, 45m wide runway.

The new runway is part of the multi-million dollar infrastructure investment by Perth Airport and is the most important piece of aviation infrastructure being built in Western Australia. This work will underpin the future operations of Perth Airport by creating more capacity for airline partners.

PNR is a Construct Only Project at Perth Airport, Western Australia located approximately 13km to the east of Perth CBD. Works are underway and will continue until 2028.

Your Opportunity

Reporting to the Procurement Manager, we are currently seeking an experienced Senior Procurement Advisor to support and deliver procurement activities in line with the procurement management process of the project.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely cost reports, including forecasts and variance analysis, in collaboration with budget holders and project teams.
• Reconcile weekly wages and plant costs to correct JDE cost codes, aligned with Rover hours and CDRs.
• Establish and maintain contract rates in Rover for all resource classes, aligned with contract rate tables and site rosters.
• Work closely with Area Managers, Project Engineers, and Accounts to resolve discrepancies and provide additional cost analysis as required.
• Support effective cost control through cost monitoring, participation in project reviews, and continuous process improvement.

Our minimum requirements for this role are:

• Demonstrated experience in managing multiple procurement packages.
• Relevant tertiary or vocational qualifications.
• CIPS or equivalent accreditation preferable but not essential.
• Experience in developing tender scope and interpretation of work packages.
• Effective interpersonal and written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated high level decision making, negotiation and influencing skills.
• High standard for attention to detail.
• Police Clearance

All Candidates shortlisted for this position will be asked to consent to a national police check and/or financial history check. Please note that the presence of a criminal record will not automatically exclude a Candidate from the recruitment process. Each application will be considered on its merits.

We particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQ+ community, mature workers, Veterans and active-duty armed forces, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds. CPB Contractors is proud to hold the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Citation - Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.

We’re always looking for ways to make CPB Contractors a more rewarding place to work and offer a unique set of benefits, including:

• A rewarding career where we support your development, training and promote from within.
• Opportunities across all construction sectors so that there is always an opportunity suitable for the next stage in your career.
• Competitive remuneration and excellent benefits including a health and wellbeing program, discount portal and company-funded salary continuance insurance.
• Flexible work arrangements and a culture that values diversity and innovation.

 Please note: This role is being sourced through CPB Contractors directly and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies.