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Seymour Whyte is seeking a proactive Contracts Administrator to support the commercial management of delivery contracts and direct subcontracts on the Creek Connect project. This role plays a key part in ensuring strong commercial performance, accurate cost control and effective end‑to‑end contract administration.

Working closely with the Commercial Manager, you’ll assist with procurement, contract compliance, cost forecasting, claims management and maintaining critical commercial records—helping drive successful outcomes on this major infrastructure program.

CreekConnect – Supporting Western Sydney’s Growth!

Be part of a large-scale, long-term joint venture between Seymour Whyte and Jacobs, awarded by Sydney Water as an Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Management (EPCM) project. As the region expands, so does the need for sustainable and resilient water solutions. The Upper South Creek Network will feature new wastewater pumping stations and gravity carriers, with the first work stage beginning before the year's end. The project also emphasises safety, digital engineering, and compliance with the latest standards, ensuring it meets future needs effectively.

We are a successful civil contracting business that has been operating in Australia for over 35 years. With the agility and personal connection of a Tier 2, yet the expertise of a Tier 1, and the enhanced resources of one of the largest, world-class construction companies, VINCI, our employees and clients get the best of three worlds.

As a progressive, leading civil engineering firm built on the strong foundations of our unique history, we engage, enable and empower our people to be better. With you, we are altogether stronger, in building the future we want. 

About the Role:

• Support procurement of subcontractors, including scope review and tender documentation
• Administer direct subcontracts, payments and contract compliance requirements
• Maintain subcontractor registers, commercial records and cost forecasts
• Assist with NEC4 contract management, early warnings, claims and compensation events
• Prepare and process progress claims, purchase orders and commercial reporting
• Identify commercial risks and escalate issues appropriately

About you:

• Tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or related field
• Proven experience supporting contract administration on civil or infrastructure projects
• Strong understanding of procurement, tendering and subcontract management
• Confident interpreting contract conditions and managing commercial documentation
• Skilled in assessing claims, variations and supporting NEC‑style contract frameworks
• High attention to detail with strong financial, analytical and reporting capability
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills

Company Benefits:

• Health & Wellbeing – discounted health insurance, seasonal vaccinations, wellness discounts, fertility benefit and employee assistance program (EAP)
• Time for life / Work life balance – birthday leave, purchased leave program, paid parental leave and flexible work arrangements
• Financial wellbeing – competitive remuneration, annual performance bonuses, salary continuance insurance and employee share program
• Career development – training, mentoring programs, and leadership development program

Many of our projects are not accessible via public transport and require travel between and within active construction sites. As a result, a current Driver’s Licence and the ability to drive on site are essential.

Seymour Whyte is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, including veterans. Our commitment to an equitable construction industry extends to an inclusive culture that embraces our differences and gives everyone the opportunity to grow and be equally valued. We're unified in our direction toward having a workplace that is balanced and fair for all.

Next steps

• Submit your CV online to apply for this role
• All successful applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical and criminal history check.
• Applications will only be accepted from candidates who have the right to work in Australia

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To learn more about us, visit www.seymourwhyte.com.au

Reference code: 494810

Our internal Talent Acquisition team is managing this role; applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies.