Commercial Manage

Change Management

CPB Contractors is a leading international construction company and a member of the CIMIC Group.

We combine the construction track record and expertise formerly delivered by Leighton Contractors and Thiess, and we also include the people and projects of Leighton Asia.

In conjunction with our clients and partners, CPB Contractors is delivering important and iconic projects across all key sectors of the construction industry, meaning we offer significant and diverse work opportunities.

We are building on the strong foundations of our unique history to create a successful and sustainable future.  Safely delivering next-generation infrastructure that better connects people and transforms communities is at the heart of what we do.

What can our construction projects build for you?

CPB Contractors along with our industry partners has been selected as preferred proponent to deliver two major packages for the Cross River Rail Projects: the Tunnel, Stations and Development (TSD) package and the Rail, Integration and Systems (RIS) package. Cross River Rail is a new 10.2 kilometre rail line from Dutton Park to Bowen Hills, which includes 5.9 kilometres of tunnel under the Brisbane River and the CBD.

The RIS package is crucial to the overall delivery and success of Cross River Rail, and its integration with the Queensland Rail network.  RIS will be delivered by the UNITY Alliance which brings CPB Contractors, UGL, AECOM and Jacobs together with partners HASSEL, RCS Australia, Acmena, Martinus Rail and WIRED Overhead Solutions to deliver the full scope of works due for completion by the end of 2025. This includes:

• Rail civil and electrical works.
• Brownfield rail surface works primarily to the north of the tunnel, including an upgrade of Exhibition Station and a major augmentation of Mayne Yard.
• Upgrade of seven suburban stations to the south.
• Rail operational systems works.
• Rail signalling works and communication, and integration and commission activities.
• Stabling yards.

Your Opportunity

The Quantity Surveyor/Contracts Manager (Head Contract Variations) is a pivotal role within the Alliance delivery team. Reporting to the Change Manager, this role is responsible for managing variations to the head contract, ensuring alignment with project objectives, contractual obligations, and stakeholder expectations. The incumbent will play a crucial role in facilitating efficient and effective communication and coordination among Alliance Participants, subcontractors, and stakeholders to implement changes seamlessly while mitigating risks and maximizing best for project and value for money outcomes.

Responsibilities will include:

1. Variation Management:
   • Management and compilation of head contract scope variations.
   • Monitor and track variations throughout their lifecycle, from identification to resolution, ensuring timely resolution and minimal impact on project progress and objectives.
   • Compilation of scope variation reports using information from impacted stakeholders associated with each change.
2. Contract Compliance:
   • Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and alliance agreements in relation to variation management processes, including notification, approval, and documentation requirements.
   • Review proposed variations to assess their impact on project scope, schedule, and budget, and provide recommendations to stakeholders based on contractual provisions and project priorities.
   • Ensure compliance with governance frameworks and associated timelines.
3. Stakeholder Engagement:
   • Identification of key internal and external stakeholders associated with each change.
   • Liaise with alliance Participants, sub-Alliance Partners, and external stakeholders to facilitate collaborative decision-making and consensus on change / variation proposals.
   • Communicate effectively with each stakeholders to articulate required deliverables, timeline and requirements.
   • Present Scope Variations prepared in response to the Project Owner Directions to the Alliance Leadership Team for endorsement prior to submission to the Project Owner
4. Documentation and Reporting:
   • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all variations, including correspondence, approvals, and associated documentation, in compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
   • Prepare regular reports and updates on variation management activities, including status, trends, and key issues, for review by project stakeholders and alliance governance bodies.
   • Verification and validation of scope impacts assessed against time, cost, contract and other requirement baselines.

Our minimum requirements for this role are:

1. Minimum 10 years’ experience in a similar role within the construction industry
2. Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline (Engineering, Construction Management, Commerce, Built Environment).
3. Proven experience in contract administration, variation management, and project controls within the construction industry, preferably in the rail infrastructure sector.
4. Strong communication skills (oral & written) including strong negotiation and influencing skills and the ability to establish effective working relationships with a variety of people at different levels both internally and externally.
5. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to assess complex contractual and technical issues and propose practical solutions.
6. Contractual, legal, commercial, industrial relations and legislative compliance management.
7. Advanced financial and Commercial Management including cost reduction and meeting budgets.
8. Demonstrated ability to work independently to organise and prioritise demands, handle multiple complex tasks simultaneously, set and meet deadlines and follow-through within a fast-paced environment with multiple and competing demands
9. Proficiency in project management software and tools, such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or equivalent, and MS Office suite.
10. Technical reporting writing skills
11. Relevant licences, certifications, or professional affiliations (e.g., RICS, PMI, AIPM, QBCC) would be advantageous.
12. Relevant certifications or professional affiliations (e.g., RICS, PMI, CIOB) would be advantageous.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced professional to contribute to the success of a high-profile infrastructure project in a dynamic alliance environment.

CPB Contractors is an equal opportunity employer, committed to workplace diversity and to providing flexible work opportunities at our offices and projects. We support women in construction and Indigenous advancement and participation, and encourage people of all cultural backgrounds to apply.

Please note: This role is being sourced through CPB Contractors directly and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies.