Senior Contract Administrator
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About the Role
ConnectSydney a joint venture of ServiceStream Boral and Johnson Controls in partnership with Transport for NSW (TfNSW) is entrusted with the management of the Harbour Zone. Our responsibilities encompass routine maintenance strategic enhancements and specialised projects aimed at bolstering Sydneys transport infrastructure.
Reporting to the Commercial Manager the Senior Contracts Administrator will lead the implementation of advanced commercial practices encompassing legal compliance insurance procurement cost control contract and project administration and reporting activities for assigned projects. The Senior Contracts Administrator will ensure that all commercial and legal aspects of the project are executed with precision and that contractual requirements are rigorously adhered to. A primary responsibility includes the strategic management and administration of subcontractors and suppliers as well as the preparation and administration of claims under the Head Contract.
If youre ready to take your next step in your Contracts Administration career apply with us today!
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the administration of commercial aspects of subcontractor arrangements ensuring strict compliance with established contractual arrangements including:
- Review and approve progress claims in conjunction with the Construction Manager and Site Supervisors.
- Chair and facilitate weekly meetings to review project progress and address contractual issues.
- Lead negotiations and finalize outcomes of variations delays and other subcontractor contractual claims ensuring optimal outcomes while adhering to contractual obligations and acting reasonably.
- Oversee the valuation of completed work and approval of payments.
- Provide high-level support to project personnel in establishing subcontractor arrangements including the vetting and letting of subcontracts.
- Ensure special conditions of contract are aligned with Contract obligations and safeguard the Companys interests.
- Collaborate with Project Managers Engineers and Supervisors to monitor project performance identifying and addressing areas for variation or delay claims.
- Administering the Project Work Orders ensuring comprehensive compliance with commercial and legal requirements as defined in the agreement.
- Ensure all notices correspondence and commercial requirements of the Head Contract are met.
- Provide expert commercial and legal (contractual) support to all project personnel in executing their duties.
- Assist with commercial administration on other projects as necessary providing senior-level oversight and guidance.
Leadership and Development:
- Manage and provide coaching to junior contract administrators site administrators.
- Mentor project personnel fostering professional growth and development.
- Ensure continuous improvement in contract administration processes and practices.
- Lead initiatives to enhance contract management systems and tools implementing best practices and innovations.
About You:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in either engineering technical project management or a related discipline
- Minimum of 7 years site post graduate experience in contracts administration within the construction industry or other industries as pertinent.
- Several years working in an administrative role and previous experience in financial reporting and budgeting.
- Knowledgably in contract & project administration and reporting
About Us:
ConnectSydney is an equal opportunity employer who believes diversity of thought background and experience strengthens relationships and benefits our people clients and communities. We are committed to cultivate an inclusive and high-performing culture where our people thrive and are proud to bring their whole selves to work inspiring a respectful and inclusive environment. ConnectSydney encourages and welcomes the opportunity for applicants to share their lived experiences.
Benefits of working with us include:
- Growth We are growing and there are opportunities for your career development across our business units.
- Discounts- Access to hundreds of businesses such as Woolworths Air BNB The Iconic JB HI-FI Dan Murphys Bupa Health Care and Specsavers. We also offer access to novated leasing.
- Paid leave- Parental cultural community service study corporate volunteering and purchased leave available.
- Culture We are dedicated to fostering a workplace environment that values diversity and inclusion and we recognise and celebrate excellence throughout the year.
How To Apply
Please submit your interest with the apply button where you will be directed to create a profile on our system. We celebrate diversity at ConnectSydney and welcome applications from people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people with a disability or neurodivergence and those from LGBTIQA Veteran or other diverse groups.
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How to Apply
If this sounds like you apply now to the Service Stream Recruitment Team via the online application button.
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