Contracts Administrator
- Full-time
- Entities: Watpac Construction
- Department: Building Works
Company Description
BESIX Watpac is an Australian multi-disciplinary construction company, backed by a century of global expertise and financial strength. A wholly owned subsidiary of the award-winning international contractor BESIX Group, we specialise in complex construction across all sectors, including building and infrastructure projects.
Today the Group has more than $7B work in hand and is operating in 25 countries, employing 11,000 people globally. The world’s tallest tower, the iconic Burj Khalifa, showcases our innovation and engineering distinction. With international hubs located in Australia, Europe, and the Middle East, we are united by one common purpose - we excel in creating sustainable solutions for a better world.
Job Description
- Implement and administer the contractual and financial processes for the project in accordance with company procedures, ensuring accurate and up-to-date cost control reporting, and proactively driving company safety policies and procedures
- Represent the company professionally and understand client needs, while supporting project managers and senior managers on the project and taking an active role in the development of project administration staff
- Prepare detailed working budgets and establish the financial control system, monitor budgets, identify opportunities and risks, and prepare financial reports and cash flows
- Ensure compliance with head contract conditions and prepare monthly payment claims and variations, while reviewing and negotiating commercial issues with subcontractors
- Maintain confidentiality and assist in the administration of practical completion requirements of the contract, while ensuring subcontractor statutory requirements are being met
Qualifications
- Experience in a similar role
- Strong understanding of financial and contractual processes
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to work well under pressure
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong computer skills including experience with financial management software
Additional Information
Along with a competitive remuneration package and long-term career development opportunities, our employees enjoy access to the following benefits:
- Wellbeing Days - three additional leave days per year.
- Flexible work arrangements to balance work and personal commitments.
- Awards and Recognition Program, rewarding employees who bring our values to life.
- Access to a wellbeing program including annual skin checks and flu vaccinations.
- Corporate discounts to gym memberships, meal subscriptions and more.
- Social events and Family Days.
At BESIX Watpac, we are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone is valued, supported and respected. By embracing all ages, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, education and appearance, our people feel safe, empowered, and motivated to be their best. If you’re excited about this role but don’t tick all the boxes, we encourage you to apply if you have transferable skills and believe you would be a great fit with BESIX Watpac.
Join our talented and passionate team delivering once-in-a-generation projects.
BESIX Watpac acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which we live and work, and pay respect to the Elders past, present and emerging.