Organisation/Entity:  Transport For NSW

Job Category:  Projects

Job Location:  Macquarie Park, NSW, AU, 2113

Job Ref No:  54931

Employment Type:  Permanent Full-Time

Salary Range:  $120423.0-$134872.0

About us

Transport for NSW keeps our State moving by providing safe, integrated and efficient transport systems. We put our customers at the centre of everything we do – and we do a lot. We connect people, communities and industry and manage how they use our road, rail and maritime networks and services, and even active modes like walking and cycling. The work we do connects the journeys you take every day.

We are a state government organisation made up of more than 28,000 people and we're in the middle of delivering the largest transport infrastructure program in Australia's history. We work across planning, policy and procurement, harnessing data and technology to develop smarter and more adaptive transport solutions.

That means job opportunities in metropolitan and regional areas right across NSW – you have the chance to be part of creating a lasting legacy that will benefit generations to come.

About us

At Transport, we’re passionate about making NSW a better place to live, work and visit. Our vision is to give everyone the freedom to choose how and when they get around, no matter where they live. Right now, we’re delivering the largest infrastructure program Australia has ever seen – to keep people and goods moving, connect communities and shape the future of our cities, centres and regions. At Transport, we’re also committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible workforce, which reflects the community and the customers we serve.

Sydney Project Delivery is the project delivery arm of TfNSW for the Greater Sydney Area and is responsible for delivery of all non-rail and precinct based projects in Greater Sydney. The value of work SPD is delivering is over AUD$30 billion, including large and complex projects such as The Western Harbour Tunnel (WHT) and Warringah Freeway Upgrade (WFU) and portfolio offices of Western Sydney, Eastern Sydney and Central and Southern Sydney.

The opportunity

Right now, we have multiple permanent and fixed-term full-time site based opportunities for Contracts Administrators to join our Sydney Project Delivery (SPD) Commercial Services Team locations within Infrastructure and Place division.

We have opportunities across The Western Harbour Tunnel (WHT) and Warringah Freeway Upgrade (WFU). This project is a major transport infrastructure project that will make it easier, faster and safer to get around Sydney. By creating a western bypass of the Sydney CBD. We also have roles across The Western Sydney Portfolio Office and The Eastern Sydney Portfolio Office managing projects including maritime wharf upgrades and WestConnex projects.

Reporting to the Commercial Manager or the Senior Contracts Administrator, the Contracts Administrator is responsible for the effective administration of allocated construction contracts, including assessing, administering and recommending authorisation of payments, maintaining contract databases, undertaking issues management and resolution, and ensuring compliance with respective contract requirements including drafting, responding and keeping track to contractual correspondence.

This role provides advice, support and best practice commercial administration to our business partners throughout project delivery including:

Collection and compilation of contractual data required for reporting;

Administering payment of progress claims

Assisting in assessing variation and other contractual claims

Assisting in monitoring contractor’s program of works

Correct and prompt obtainment of approvals

Correct and proficient use of contract management systems and processes;

expert advice on contract conditions and administration to project teams to support informed decision making and improve future contract outcomes.

 Please click here to view a copy of the role description.

 About You 

 We are looking for someone who is proactive, has an eye for detail, role models collegiate and collaborative behaviours and communicates clearly, actively listens to others, and responds with understanding and respect. You will have the ability and integrity to work independently whilst maintaining a high level of work ethic and quality with a strong ability to learn and improve. You thrive under pressure, committed to timely delivery of expected outcomes and are energised by the challenges presented in our complex and ever-changing work environment. 

You will have tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline or demonstrated experience in contract administration in infrastructure projects including ability in assessing contractor’s program of works,  ability to interpret design drawings combined with construction and engineering knowledge, including providing support, managing systems, and reporting on contracts and be able to manage multiple tasks in a time sensitive environment.

 Salary and Benefits 

The salary for this position is Transport Service Grade 8 ($120,423.00 - $134,872.00) per annum plus superannuation and leave loading. For more information on Employee Benefits at TfNSW please click here.

 Interested?  

 Joining Transport for NSW, you’ll have access to a range of unique government benefits in a flexible work environment like no other. If you’re ready to step into this meaningful and rewarding role, we want to hear from you! 

To apply for this position, please submit a resume and answer all questions within the online application process. 

Application closes: 1159PM, Wednesday 2nd March 2022

 We are the community we serve

We are committed to being an inclusive, diverse and flexible workplace where differences are valued. We welcome people of all backgrounds, experience and abilities.

We enable our people to work in ways that work for them and their teams. Working virtually and from different locations including regional locations, staggering work hours and job sharing are just some of the ways our people can work flexibly.

Please contact the Talent Specialist below if you require any adjustments to be made to how you interact with us throughout the recruitment process or would like to discuss flexible work options.

For any enquiries, please email Jack Curran at JACK.CURRAN@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU.

Apply today to register your interest!

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