Contracts Manager

• An exciting opportunity to be a part of Sydney Waters Capital Works Programme which is a $34 Billion Infrastructure upgrade project
• Multiple roles available in Chatswood Homebush and Redfern with a generous salary package benefits on offer
• Join our growing team to deliver essential services for a sustainable and prosperous water future

Everyday Sydney Water is providing worldclass water and wastewater services to the over 5 million people who call Greater Sydney home. We have an extensive capital delivery program to ensure we can continue to deliver for our customers both now and in the future. At Sydney Water we are dedicated to our environment our customers and our employees. We are looking for the bestinclassContracts Managers ideally with backgrounds inWater Infrastructure Projects other infrastructure and/or Construction Projects. We need your skills and expertise to help Sydney Water deliver a $34 billion dollar investment program over the next 10 years to build maintain and protect the future of our iconic water resources.

About us

We have a proud heritage and a progressive future providing world class drinking water and beautiful waterways from the mountains to the sea. We see the world is changing so we are changing too. Our people and their jobs are as diverse as the communities we serve.

About the role

Sydney Waters infrastructure delivery requirements are expanding to meet the needs of the Greater Sydney largescale complex programs require exceptional people to help ensure the successful delivery of a significant highprofile capital works program.

These roles will lead thecommercial stream of Program Delivery transactions andmanages the contract and commercial negotiation during Program Delivery transactions to ensure value for money is achieved while mitigating commercial risk by applying dispute avoidance strategies and lessons learned on Contract Manager will work in collaboration with Program Delivery Senior Commercial Manager and be the first point of call for all commercial matters.

You will:

• Lead development and management of commercial agreement for Program Delivery that balance a range of objectives namely value for money on time delivery risk management sound process and efficiency
• Manage the contract management requirement of the project and be the lead for commercial matters acting as a single point of contact for all commercial matters in procurement and contract requirements within the nominated Program Delivery team
• Manage key stakeholder relationships within nominated portfolio of Program Delivery
• Assist with drafting finalise and seek approval on Contract Management Plans including meeting cadence and detail
• Manageactivities in Contract variations administration and dispute management
• Manage monthly reporting for allocated Projects
• Identify record and escalate contract risks and issues in the Risk Register

About you

Coming from a demonstrated background in contract and commercial management in highvalue highriskconstruction and infrastructure projects you have a strong understanding of Construction Law and prior experience managing highperforming teams. You have excellent stakeholder engagement skills with both internal and external suppliers including an ability to influence key stakeholders.

You must have:

• A relevant degree qualification ( SurveyingConstruction ManagementConstruction LawEngineering Business) or experience deemed equivalent
• ProfessionalMRICs or equivalentqualification
• 10 yearscontract and commercial managementexperience inconstruction and infrastructure projectsin a large complex organisation preferably in a similar organisation or industry sector
• Relevant work experience for Tier 1 and Tier 2 contractors in addition to clientside
• Strong communication skill with ability to convene complex commercialmatters through reports and presentations

Why our team like working at Sydney Water:

• Huge multibilliondollar program of work which shapes Australias busiest and largest city. Its rewarding!
• Positive team culture which celebrates wins and binds together to face challenges (have we told you were the No.1 company in Australia for graduates!)
• Flexible working arrangements to give you fair work/life balance.
• We want your perspective and ideas to help us find better ways to delight our customers so we encourage you to apply no matter your age gender or culture.
• Be part of a committed highly skilled team wholl appreciate what you bring to the table. Youll set and achieve real goals and make decisions that matter as together we help shape the lifestyle of greater Sydney.

Dive into Our Great Benefits!

• Competitive Remuneration:Well ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately.
• Hybrid Work Environment:We offer a hybrid work model that balances remote work and office collaboration supporting our teams productivity and wellbeing.
• Continuous Professional Growth:We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success.
• 24/7 Wellbeing Support:Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal.
• Subsidised Private Health Insurance:Unlock affordable access to toptier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans.
• Family First:Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a generous childcare allowance.
• Fitness Passport:Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW.
• Novated Leasing:Get in the drivers seat of your financial future with our novated lease options.

At Sydney Water we are passionate about making a difference to the lives of our customers and communities. We have a proud heritage and progressive future providing world class drinking water and services that are vital to our customers quality of life and safeguarding Sydneys future. We see the world is changing so we are changing too.

Our vision is to create better lives through worldclass services and we believe that starts with our people. Our people and their jobs are as diverse as the communities we diverse skills mindsets and backgrounds work together on exciting and challenging projects that make a difference and help ensure Sydney remains one of the most iconic and liveable cities in the world.

We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds including First Nations people LGBTQIA people with disability people with caring responsibilities and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

As part of the application process Sydney Water will be collecting your personal information to assess your suitability for the will also use your personal information to establish a LiveHire talent profile in our Talent Community.

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Do you think you are up for the challengeWe would love to hear from you! Please submit your resume cover letter outlining your experiences and respond to the screening questions as part of the application.

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