FIFO Contracts Administrator

Whittens is an Australian owned and operated multidisciplined civil construction company, proudly offering over 24 years' experience throughout Australia.

We continue to partner with some of Australia's major Infrastructure clients, specialising in the delivery of large scale and technically complex concrete construction, roadworks, NPI, earthworks and piping works projects.

Our mission, as an agile and people centric business, is to be the market leader in civil contracting, achieving sustainable growth through high performing people who safely deliver successful project outcomes for their clients.

About The Role

Due to our continued growth on our current remote NSW infrastructure project, we now have a new opportunity for a2/1 FIFO Contracts Administrator to join our project team.

Reporting directly to the Project Manager and as part of a wider Commercial team, this role will be responsible for aspects of Contracts Administration, including head contract and subcontracts management as well as a large focus on supply chain for the project. The scope of works includes large scale FRP (Form Reo Pour) as well as tunnel lining.

Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring Head and Subcontract compliance with regards to contractual provisions and notice time frames
• Updating the maintenance of accurate registers (Procurement, Commercial Clarification, Correspondence, Variation, Site Instruction, Extension of Time Claims)
• Understanding tender strategy with regards to Procurement/supply chain engagement
• Involved in preparation and issuing of RFQ documentation including all related attachments/information and timeframes required for issue of documentation
• Raising Purchase Orders based on approved Contract Values
• Vendor onboarding including negotiation and execution of agreements
• Reviewing Progress Claims / Invoices as submitted by subcontractors and ensure timely response to Payment Claims / payment of invoices as required under the Agreements
• Issuing of relevant notifications against issue of revised drawings/scope of Works or Technical requirements
• Compiling and Submitting Progress Claims, Variations as well as Extension of Time Claims

About You

• Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commerce, Law, Construction Management or Civil Engineering - Ideal
• At least 5+ experience in a similar position with a Civil Contractor
• DIDO or FIFO experience on large scale remote infrastructure projects – A must
• Compiling quantity take-off /bills of materials for packages - Desirable
• Demonstrated ability to understand, interpret and administer contracts and subcontracts
• Solid understanding of cost control and reporting
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

What we offer

Whittens are committed to investing in our people, offering learning and development opportunities to build on the skills and experience you bring. In addition, we will also offer:

• Generous and competitive salary package plus 30% site uplift plus super paid weekly
• Work amongst established leaders and collaborative teams
• Safety being at the forefront of everything we do
• Eligibility for cash bonuses as part the employee referral program
• Discounted Health insurance
• Paid Parental leave
• Novated Lease options
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Long term permanent role and the opportunity to work on a range of projects across Australia

Whittens is committed to workplace diversity. We support women in civil construction, champion Indigenous partnerships and encourage people of all cultural backgrounds to apply.

Please note that this role is being sourced through Whittens directly and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies.