Contracts Administrator - Taswater

The purpose of the TasWater Capital Delivery Office (CDO) is to ensure cost-effective and timely delivery of quality capital works projects for TasWater that will meet the needs of TasWater's business, their stakeholders and the communities of Tasmania for years to come. The TasWater CDO manages the TasWater Capital Works Program from inception to completion including the planning, design, procurement, and delivery phases.As an alliance we offer many benefits, which include; flexible working arrangements, an opportunity to super charge your career by working on world class projects, a variety of different career paths and opportunities, competitive remuneration packages, relocation assistance, paid parental leave and an inclusive and supportive team culture that celebrates our wins and recognises individual and team achievements.We are proud of our great team here at TasWater (CDO) and are on the lookout for an experienced Contract Administrator who will provide commercial, financial, and contractual support during the performance of projects.This exciting role is a permanent or Fixed-Term (TBC check with Erin) full-time position and can be based in Hobart or Launceston.About the role:

• Conduct preliminary commercial evaluation of tenders from subcontractors and appraise bids by liaising with Project Managers and Engineers to assess bids. Also advises unsuccessful bidders of result
• SAP input and maintenance of purchase orders, including goods receipt, journals and queries
• Reconcile data from accounts department with site records
• Maintain systems and procedures for contractual requirements
• Support end of month process as required
• Prepare and issue contract documentation, including variations
• Prepare and issue subcontractor progress claim documentation

What you will have:

• Degree or Diploma in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, commerce or equivalent
• 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.
• 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

We are proud to be providing an essential service to the Tasmanian community. Living and working in Tasmania is a privilege, please contact us to gain some insights as to why we feel this way!We support diversity in the workplace. Women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people with a multicultural background are strongly encouraged to apply.Please note: This role is being sourced through CPB Contractors directly and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies