Associate Director Contract Administrator (CAO1)

Lead the delivery of major infrastructure projects that shape Queensland.

At AECOM were delivering a better world. Across Queensland our teams are helping government and industry partners deliver the transport infrastructure that connects communities supports economic growth and prepares our cities and regions for the future.

The Associate Director - Contract Administrator (CAO1) is responsible for managing major road infrastructure construction contracts as assigned and ensuring the contracts are completed to a specified standard and within budget and time. 

You will:
Contribute to the establishment and administration of major government road infrastructure contracts 
to ensure appropriate quality standards are met and contracts are completed to time cost and 
quality requirements.
Perform the role of Administrator (Superintendent) Administrators Representative or Principals 
Representative Agent in the administration and surveillance of contracts in accordance with the 
Department of Transport and Main Roads Standards Contract Procedures and General Conditions 
of Contract.
Liaise with project technical and operational staff to coordinate external service authorities 
community industry groups other agencies and Local Government authorities affected by the works.
Manage and co-ordinate all phases of the contract administration of road infrastructure projects in 
terms of quality safety and environmental issues and contribute to the development and 
documentation of quality management procedures to facilitate the effective delivery of projects to a 
high standard.
Manage a team of engineers technical staff and external advisors in the delivery of infrastructure 
projects monitoring and reviewing all technical aspects of the project and ensuring that appropriate 
standards are adopted for project objectives.
Use appropriate monitoring and reporting mechanisms with respect to all phases of project delivery 
of infrastructure programs guiding continuous improvement.
Provide reports and briefing notes on a variety of issues including the status of works expenditure 
against program / project conditions of the state road network and major incidents and
Monitor expenditure on the works including costs of contract payments contract administration and 
Principals materials / services against the project budget and forecast expenditure trends and cash 
flow requirements for the balance of the project.

Qualifications :

What youll bring

• A degree in Civil Engineering or an equivalent Civil Engineering qualification which is accepted by the Institution of Engineers Australia as a full Member (MIEAust) and
• Registration as a Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ).
• A minimum of six years of experience in supporting the administration of road infrastructure
• contracts.
• A minimum of seven years of post-graduate experience in any combination of the contract
• administration construction maintenance or design of road infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated experience in all contract administration aspects of road infrastructure construction including asphalt and granular pavements pavement surfacing road furniture bridge earthworks drainage electrical Intelligent Transport System (ITS) landscape and urban design and retaining walls.
• Demonstrated sound consultation conflict avoidance and group facilitation skills and
• Demonstrated expertise in managing and supervising projects to Transport and Main Roads policies standards and specifications.

Additional Information :

The projects youll work on

Youll have the opportunity to contribute to some of Queenslands most significant infrastructure programs working across complex projects that can include:

• Major road upgrades and transport infrastructure
• High-value construct-only and Design & Construct projects
• Bridges and major structures
• Earthworks and complex pavement construction
• Drainage and stormwater infrastructure
• Road furniture and safety infrastructure
• Electrical infrastructure and Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS)
• Landscaping and urban design
• Retaining structures and associated civil works
• Complex multidisciplinary transport programs

This role provides the opportunity to work at the intersection of construction contracts commercial management and project leadership with genuine influence over how major infrastructure projects are delivered.

Why youll love working with us

• Flexible work arrangements including alternative start/finish times job-sharing and hybrid work options.
• Purchase up to 6 weeks of additional annual leave per year.
• Volunteer and representation leave.
• Flex public holidaysswap Easter or other holidays for those that suit you better.

Ready to push the limits of whats possible

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds including those with disabilities additional health or mental health needs and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process please let us know.

Applications are reviewed as they come in and the role may close earlier than expected. If this opportunity resonates with you we encourage you to apply as soon as possible!

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Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether youre working from an AECOM office remote location or at a client site you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity diversity and inclusion a safe and respectful workplace where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. Were the worlds trusted global infrastructure firm and were in this together your growth and success are ours too.

Join us and youll get all the benefits of being a part of a global publicly traded firm access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in each persons potential and well help you reach yours.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time