At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage contracts and support project outcomes in a dynamic construction environment.
- Company: Join Civmec, a leading Australian multidisciplinary engineering and construction firm.
- Benefits: Enjoy 12 weeks paid parental leave, staff discounts, and a supportive workplace culture.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace with strong career development opportunities and support for veterans.
- Why this job: Be part of landmark projects and develop your career with a diverse team.
- Qualifications: 3-4 years experience in contract administration or quantity surveying is preferred.
The predicted salary is between 81000 - 99000 $ per year.
Join the Civmec Team. Civmec is an Australian-owned, integrated, multidisciplinary heavy engineering and construction services provider to the energy, resources, infrastructure, marine and defence sectors. Our diversification enables us to operate extensively across the nation, supporting a wide range of landmark projects and providing variety and career development opportunities for our workforce.
Civmec is in search of site and metro-based Contract Administrators and Quantity Surveyors to join one of Australia's leading multidisciplinary construction groups and play a key role in delivering some of the nation's largest and most complex projects. Roles exist both in Henderson and on a FIFO / DIDO 2:1 roster (from Perth WA) across a number of civil and SMP projects, for which you will take ownership of key commercial and contractual functions across the project lifecycle, supporting the protection and enhancement of project outcomes.
You will be joining an experienced, professional project team with a comprehensive support network, all of whom are invested in helping you build a successful long term career with Civmec.
The Role
- Commercial management of vendor packages, including management of variations, EOT and daywork claims and record keeping;
- Perform cost control and reporting duties for end of month reporting and client reports;
- Attend weekly subcontractor and client meetings, representing Civmec's commercial interests as required;
- Assist in contractual communications to clients, including notices of delay, extensions of time etc;
- Provide support to the project team in the preparation of relevant notices within designated timeframes;
- Notify clients of any issues, special circumstances or breaches of contract;
- Liaising with subcontractors to ensure all relevant insurances are current and legal (i.e. workers compensation);
- Revise and retain contract registers highlighting payment conditions payment claims;
- Maintain company standards of documentation and records for Quality Assurance purposes;
About You
- Tertiary qualification in a relevant field is desired;
- Minimum 3-4 years' experience in a role as a Contract Administrator or Quantity Surveyor;
- Previous experience within the construction industry is essential;
- Ability to thrive in a fast paced environment;
- On-site construction experience for mining projects is desirable;
- Strong, clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal;
- Strong understanding of commercial management and project controls.
Benefits
- We offer 12 weeks paid parental leave for primary caregivers and 1 week for permanent secondary caregivers;
- Our generous Reward and Recognition scheme recognises employees that go the extra mile;
- Our staff benefits scheme gives you access to accident and sickness insurance, and a range of travel, entertainment, vehicle and lifestyle discounts.
At Civmec, we offer an inclusive workplace built on family values, with a ‘Never Assume' culture, sustained by our experienced and supportive management team. We believe our workforce is our greatest asset, and that's why we provide an environment rich in career development opportunities to upskill and develop professionally.
Civmec is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Defence force experience is desirable, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
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