Contracts Specialist

4 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia John Holland Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Contracts Administrator to join our team on the Inland Rail Beveridge to Albury Tranche 2 Project. As a key member of our commercial team, you will be responsible for managing the commercial and legal aspects of contracts, including finalisation of variations, extension of time, and other contractual claims.

You will work closely with various sub-contractors across eight different sites to ensure works are delivered in accordance with project requirements. This role is primarily based out of our main office in Docklands, with occasional travel to construction sites.

Key Responsibilities
  • Draft scopes of work and tender packages for requests for quotations/invitation to tender issued to prequalified companies
  • Interpret specifications and drawings to understand scope of works for the project
  • Conduct prequalification of interested companies relating to prospective work packages
  • Manage and drive the review process to ensure award of all work packages within required time frame and budget
  • Operate and maintain John Holland commercial and contract systems
  • Minimise subcontractor variation claims and elimination of claims where possible
  • Ensure cost forecasting for allocated subcontracts and cost codes are accurately maintained
  • Manage subcontractors to ensure Code compliance is always maintained
  • Assess commercial and contractual risks involved in delivery, identify and implement controls
  • Check compliance and prepare reporting on commercial performance of subcontracts
  • Prepare payment schedules, and process payments in a timely manner
  • Respond to subcontractor notice of delays, extension of time claims, variation claims, and maintain an up-to-date register of all subcontract issues
  • Undertake general business administration
Requirements
  • Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Economics, Quantity Surveying, Law, Commerce, or equivalent
  • Relevant commercial administration experience in Construction, Quantity Surveying, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, or associated disciplines
  • Postgraduate qualifications in Commerce, Accounting, Business, Construction, Property, Quantity Surveying, Law, or other associated disciplines
  • Demonstrated relevant experience working as a Contracts Administrator or Quantity Surveyor in the construction and engineering industry
About John Holland

At John Holland, our purpose is to transform lives with everything we do. We've always known that infrastructure is about people – our customers, our employees, and the communities in which we work every day. We're committed to being an employer of choice, with a diverse and inclusive workplace that values different perspectives and ideas.

We're about connecting your sense of purpose to ours. We understand that your career is one of the biggest ways to have an impact on the world. We also believe in supporting you as a whole person, not just an employee.

What's in it for you

We offer competitive remuneration, great leave benefits, career progression, learning and development opportunities, and a commitment to inclusion, diversity, and equity. We're committed to helping our people work flexibly, with a range of options to suit different needs.

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