Senior Quantity Surveyor / Senior Contracts Administrator – South Australia in Adelaide

Senior Quantity Surveyor / Senior Contracts Administrator – South Australia in Adelaide

Adelaide Full-Time 123300 - 150700 $ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Manage project budgets and optimise outcomes for major infrastructure projects.
  • Company: Join Laing O’Rourke, a leader in global engineering and construction.
  • Benefits: Enjoy paid parental leave, exclusive discounts, and professional development opportunities.
  • Other info: Diverse workplace committed to inclusion and career growth.
  • Why this job: Shape the future of Australia’s defence infrastructure with a dynamic team.
  • Qualifications: 7+ years in quantity surveying and relevant degree required.

The predicted salary is between 123300 - 150700 $ per year.

At Laing O’Rourke, you won’t just build projects, you’ll help shape the future. As a $6 billion privately owned global engineering and manufacturing-led construction leader, we deliver some of the nation’s most complex infrastructure, from transport networks to defence and utilities. Be part of Australia’s largest-ever defence infrastructure program. Laing O’Rourke, with joint venture partner Amentum Australia, will play a central role in supporting Australian Naval Infrastructure (ANI) to develop and deliver the Nuclear-Powered Submarine Construction Yard (NPSCY) project at Osborne, South Australia.

We will provide program and construction management services of nuclear related civil infrastructure, site‑wide nuclear licensee development expertise, and nuclear safety leadership. At Laing O’Rourke, we’re committed to helping our people thrive and build meaningful, rewarding careers. We offer exceptional development opportunities, wellbeing support and a range of benefits designed to support you both at work and beyond. We’re proud to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from First Nations Peoples and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Laing O’Rourke is also recognised by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.

Some of our benefits include:

  • In-house training and on-the-job development opportunities
  • Six months’ paid parental leave at full pay for all employees
  • Purchased leave options and volunteering leave
  • Exclusive discounts and savings across hundreds of Australian retailers

We are currently seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor / Senior Contracts Administrator to join our AUKUS team.

Key responsibilities:

  • Manage project budgets, cost planning, forecasting, cash flow and financial reporting.
  • Identify, assess and mitigate commercial risks and opportunities to optimise project outcomes.
  • Oversee change management, claims, extensions of time and commercial entitlements.
  • Build and maintain strong client, stakeholder and supply chain relationships while influencing successful project delivery.

About you:

  • Attained or working towards obtaining MRICS.
  • Minimum 7 years’ post graduate experience in quantity surveying within the construction industry.
  • Construction Management, Building, Engineering degree or equivalent.
  • Microsoft software especially Excel.
  • Applicants must be Australian citizens and hold or be able to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance to NV1 level.

Senior Quantity Surveyor / Senior Contracts Administrator – South Australia in Adelaide employer: Laing O'Rourke

Laing O’Rourke is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration within the AUKUS team in Osborne, SA. Employees benefit from comprehensive professional development opportunities, competitive remuneration, and a commitment to safety and sustainability, making it a rewarding environment for those passionate about high-risk construction projects.

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We think you need these skills to ace Senior Quantity Surveyor / Senior Contracts Administrator – South Australia in Adelaide

Project Budget Management
Cost Planning
Financial Reporting
Risk Assessment
Change Management
Claims Management
Stakeholder Relationship Management