Contract Manager

SR Construction is a leading multi-trade construction company with more than 21 years’ experience in the private and public housing sector. We are specialised in public housing restorations, upgrade works and new construction. 

We are looking for a Contract Manager who is detail-oriented to join our team. As a business, we highly value a strong work ethic, professionalism, punctuality, honesty, good communication skills and be well-presented. Our ideal candidate will possess these traits and have sufficient experience in contract administration roles.  

In your role as an Contract Manager, you will be working as part of a supportive team that focuses on delivering outstanding projects that exceed our clients’ expectations.

You will be managing all contractual obligations, paperwork and documentation associated with assigned projects, ensuring accuracy and completeness. You will be liaising with SR Construction’s clients and subcontractors while maintaining an efficient operation and ensuring a timely quality completion of work orders.

Key responsibilities of the role include:

1. Manage contractual obligations and facilitate the resolution of contract-related issues, both internally and externally.
2. Foster and maintain strong working relationships with clients to ensure their needs are fully addressed and satisfied.
3. Supervise all aspects of responsive, vacant, planned works, as well as any special projects or programs, ensuring adherence to all contractual requirements including budget, timelines, resource allocation, and quality standards.
4. Handle complaints and compliments efficiently and professionally, ensuring prompt resolution and fostering positive client relations.
5. Compile comprehensive reports across programs, managing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to monitor and enhance performance.
6. Oversee subcontractor activities to ensure timely completion of work within contractual requirements. 
7. Exercise diligent oversight of project costs, optimising resource utilisation to achieve expected profits.
8. Provide support in the administration and communication of outstanding payments, ensuring smooth financial transactions.
9. Manage all contractual paperwork and documentation associated with assigned projects, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

Qualifications & Skills Required:

1. Completed a relevant tertiary qualification such as engineering/construction/contract/project management 
2. Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role
3. Good personal presentation and professional approach
4. Strong written and verbal communication skills

Benefits 

1. Hybrid role
2. Established company
3. Positive culture
4. Continuous learning opportunities

Pre-engagement Verification:

The following will be verified prior to appointment:

1. Permanent Resident or Citizen of Australia/New Zealand or Unlimited Working Rights in Australia
2. Police check
3. References

Please send you cover letter and resumes to *******@srconstruction.com.au

• Looking for candidates available to work:
  • Monday: Morning, Afternoon
  • Tuesday: Morning, Afternoon
  • Wednesday: Morning, Afternoon
  • Thursday: Morning, Afternoon
  • Friday: Morning, Afternoon
• 2-3 years of relevant work experience required for this role
• Working rights required for this role
• Expected start date for role: 08 April 2024