Senior Contract Administrator

  • Full-time
  • Entities: BESIX Watpac

Company Description

As one of Australia’s leading national construction companies, our commitment to providing an inclusive workplace is driven by an organisational culture that embraces diversity and equality. By joining BESIX Watpac, part of the international BESIX Group, you will be part of our national team of over 700 dedicated and innovative employees. Our people proudly uphold our values each day and are committed to the safety and wellbeing of their colleagues, subcontractors and the communities in which we operate.

Job Description

BESIX Watpac are looking for an experienced Senior CA for a high profile CBD project we have currently under construction this is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business and be part of a high preforming team. Duties of the role include but are not limited to; 

  • Establish an effective site or office based system for the effective administration of projects in line with company procedures and guidelines
  • Liaise with the Project Manager to ensure internal cost controls are being maintained
  • Arrange and run the trade package tendering process including compilation and approval of tender documents and proposed tender list, issue of documents, receipt of tenders, comparison of tenders and submission of tender recommendations for approval
  • Prepare contract documents for each trade package/subcontract
  • Administration of the projects financials through the companies cost management system
  • Participate in the submission of monthly consolidated reporting in the areas of cash flow forecasting, variation status, contractual matters and cost analysis
  • Arrange and run the administration of variation claims, progress claims and other financial matters under the Head Contract and trade package/subcontract agreements

Qualifications

The incumbent in this role will require the following qualifications and experience:

  • Degree/Diploma in Construction or Building or related discipline
  • Solid experience in construction and management
  • Ability to communicate, influence and build effective relationships at all levels of the business
  • Demonstrated ability to operate autonomously using initiative, sound reasoning, listening and decision making skills
  • Proven ability to build and lead an effective results driven team

Additional Information

Benefits

  • Health and wellbeing, technology, financial, leisure and home improvement discounts.
  • Access to a Healthy Foundations and Employee Assistance Program.
  • Parental Leave Program.
  • Well-being days.
  • Professional development opportunities.

This is your opportunity to build a challenging and exciting career path with an industry leader. We attribute our successes to our innovative, driven and diverse team and offer a competitive remuneration package with flexible, supportive benefits and development programs.

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