Contracts Manager

Company Overview

We are a well-established civil contracting organization operating in Australia for over 35 years. Blending the agility and personalized approach of a Tier 2 firm with the expertise of a Tier 1 company and the extensive resources of a global construction leader, VINCI, our workforce and clients benefit from a unique combination of strengths.

Role Overview

We seek a Contracts Manager to join Seymour Whyte's Operations team in Queensland supporting projects primarily across the Northern Region. This position reports to a seasoned Commercial Manager and presents an excellent growth path for a commercially minded professional aiming to deepen their expertise in contract and commercial management while managing a diverse project portfolio within Queensland.

Responsibilities

• Lead contract change management through assessing and negotiating time and cost effects along with risk allocation, entitlements, and recovery possibilities to enhance commercial results.
• Manage subcontract changes including evaluating time and cost impacts.
• Draft and review subcontract documentation ensuring contractual variations are accurately incorporated.
• Deliver commercial and contractual guidance to project teams.

Candidate Profile

Ideal candidates will hold a degree in Law, Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Commerce, or a related field and possess between 5 to 10 years of post-graduate experience in the construction sector or a comparable industry. The role suits those aiming to expand their commercial and contractual proficiencies while engaging with complex projects and strategic commercial challenges.

Additional Opportunity

While the current focus is on contract and commercial management, there is potential to gain experience in project financial management and reporting in the future.

Benefits

• Support through salary continuance insurance.
• Attractive bonus schemes rewarding outstanding performance and business achievements.
• Participation in an employee share program to invest in the company’s long-term growth.
• Workplace banking services and financial wellbeing resources.
• Options to purchase additional leave for personal flexibility.
• Travel discounts on accommodations and car hire from preferred providers.
• Wellness, fitness, and lifestyle benefits to support employee health.
• Leadership development initiatives for career growth.
• Recognition and awards programs celebrating individual and team successes.

About Seymour Whyte

As an innovative leader in civil engineering with a foundation rooted in our unique history, we empower our people to develop and excel. Our inclusive culture values diversity and promotes fairness, ensuring equal opportunities for growth to all employees. We are committed to fostering a balanced and equitable workplace.

Equal Opportunity & Application Process

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer welcoming applications from diverse backgrounds, including veterans. Applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia. Successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment medical examinations and criminal background checks.