Job no: 494496
Work type: Full Time Permanent
Location: Victoria

Categories: Administration

• Opportunity to work on complex civil infrastructure projects | Excellent company culture and supportive environment.
• Generous bonus & employee share program | Salary continuance insurance for eligible employees.
• We are in an exciting time of growth - there has never been a better time to join Seymour Whyte.

We are a successful civil contracting business who 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.
There has never been a better time to join our team – with several project wins on the horizon, including a major project with packages to be award early 2025, you’ll have the chance to be part of exciting new ventures and contribute to shaping the future of infrastructure in Melbourne.
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.
We’re seeking a skilled Contracts Administrator with solid construction industry experience and a proactive, solutions-focused approach. You’ll be confident in preparing and negotiating contracts, managing subcontractor claims and payments, and supporting both construction and design teams to deliver successful project outcomes. This role is ideal for someone who values clear communication, works collaboratively, and thrives in a team-oriented environment. A background in quantity surveying, engineering, or law is essential. We foster an inclusive, supportive workplace where capability, professionalism, and a commitment to positive relationships are highly valued.

THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Tertiary qualifications Construction Management, Engineering, Economics, Quantity Surveying, Law, Commerce or equivalent.

• Prior experience as a Contracts Administrator or Quantity Surveyor in the construction and engineering industry.
• Experience in all stages of subcontract management, including scope preparation, procurement, cost forecasting, subcontractor management, claims/variations management, completion and close out.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Current c-class driver’s license.

• Preparing, negotiating, and administering subcontracts, variations, and progress claims to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Managing project costs, budgets, and cash flow, including forecasting and tender analysis.
• Liaising with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to support project delivery and resolve issues.
• Reviewing and processing invoices, payments, and accruals in line with the Security of Payments Act and company procedures.
• Maintaining contract records, reports, and financial systems (including Viewpoint) to support project performance and compliance