Civil Contracts Manager

An exciting opportunity to plan, develop and build the future of the Northern Territory

Your new company 
The Department of Infrastructure, Planning and Logistics (DIPL) plays a lead role in planning strategic and long-term integrated land and infrastructure that supports community needs, sustainable economic development and future growth across the NT. It provides a range of regulatory and customer services in relation to land and the built environment, including administrative support for a number of statutory boards.  

To find out more about DIPL, please copy and paste this link into your browser: https://dipl.nt.gov.au/   

Your new role 
Provide effective management and contract administration for Civil Contracts and high-level advice on contract compliance, and contractor performance reporting. The Katherine Civil team is responsible for the management and delivery of capital, minor new works, specific maintenance and routine maintenance of civil, road and transport assets for the Northern region. The Project Manager - Contracts will work with the Project Officers and Managers to capture all of the performance related matters of each contract and undertake the management of compliance against the contract conditions and specifications.
Key duties and responsibilities: 

• Manage contract administration on Civil Contracts, including measuring compliance with the terms and conditions as well as documenting and negotiating changes or amendments that may arise during the term of the contract.
• Manage contractor performance of reporting, timeliness and quality of maintenance construction works; and implement contractual performance measures.
• Develop and manage auditing and reporting of contracts against Key Performance Indicators and provide advice for improvements of contract specifications and contract administration for future contracts.
• Provide training and support to Project Officers and Managers in contract management, administration, and performance reporting.
• Project management duties for the upgrades, maintenance, and inspections of transport assets.

What you'll need to succeed 

Demonstrated relevant experience in contract management and contract administration roles in the civil construction industry.

High-level knowledge of construction and maintenance contracts, works specifications, maintenance practices and regulatory requirements.

High-level communication skills including the ability to effectively consult and collaborate, and build strong professional working relationships with colleagues, contractors and external stakeholders.

Well-developed information technology skills, including word processing and spreadsheet software, as well as project management tools.

Well-developed knowledge of contract management in a public sector environment including an understanding of relevant legislation, policies and frameworks.

An ability to interact effectively with people from diverse cultures.

A Current Australian drivers licence.

A Certificate IV in Contract Management or other relevant Business or project management qualifications are desirable.

What you'll get in return 
This role is a Designation AO6– salary is between $94,620 – $105,609 + super, pa. 
The role includes multiple benefits, including 6 weeks annual leave. For more information on the Katherine Region and all it has to offer, Visit https://jointheterritory.nt.gov.au/move/regional-living-guides/katherine-and-surrounds

Details of this designation and what could be assessed can be found via this link: https://ocpe.nt.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0014/243302/capability-framework-ntps.pdf

What you need to do now 
Applicants must have full Australian working rights to apply. 
To read the official role description, as well as apply, please copy and paste this link into your browser: https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=298480 
Information for applicants on inclusion and diversity and special measures recruitment plan can be found there.

Applications will not be accepted via the ‘Apply Now’ button.
For any questions, please email ****@hays.com.au.  #2873121