Manager Contracts - Civil Engineering Infrastructure Services Permanent Full Time Hervey Bay IFA 8 | $140,056 per annum plus superannuation + up to 10% attraction / retention bonus4% salary increase in April (EB Agreement)+ $6,000 relocation bonus for approved candidates+ private use vehicle+ 5 days recreational leaveAt Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our vision to Build Better Communities.
About The Role The Manager Contracts will play a pivotal role in overseeing the procurement, contract management, and vendor management for key infrastructure projects within the Fraser Coast region. This position requires a dynamic individual with strong expertise in managing multi-million-dollar contracts, specifically for transport-related infrastructure, including roads, bridges, and stormwater upgrades.
The successful candidate will contribute directly to the growth of the Fraser Coast community by ensuring the effective delivery of essential infrastructure that supports long-term regional development. With an annual portfolio of approximately $40 million in contract values, the role will require a mix of strategic oversight and practical involvement in contract delivery.
What Your Day Will Look Like Implement and manage procedures for effective project and contract management concerning externally delivered works.Prepare and manage contract documentation for both maintenance and construction works, ensuring compliance with industry best practices and legislation.Provide subject matter expertise on all aspects of civil construction contracting, ensuring that construction risks are identified and mitigated during the contracting process.Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders.Assist with financial planning, modelling, and budgeting advice.Prepare and submit expenditure and progress reports on projects.Provide assistance preparing grant submissions for infrastructure projects.Mentor and guide junior team members, sharing knowledge on best practices in contract administration and project management.To Be Successful, You'll Need Experience In Effectively coordinating a team delivering in the delivery of Contract Management Services within the Transport sector.Technical report writing including the ability to develop tender documentation and project specifications in accordance with industry best practices.Delivering civil infrastructure projects including the review of civil design drawings, identification of constructability concerns and risks, and modern project management practices.Dispute resolution skills including experience in successfully managing contractual disputes.Understanding legislation as it applies to the civil construction sector, including Austroads and Queensland Transport and Main Road design standards.Qualifications & Licences Degree (AQF Level 7 or higher) in Civil Engineering (recognised by Engineers Australia)Construction White CardCurrent QLD Class C Driver's LicenceWhat's Nice To Have Registration with Queensland Board of Professional Engineers (RPEQ)Benefits Of Working With Council Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program, Boss to Coach. We also create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022, as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award.
What We Offer Learning and development opportunitiesFlexible working arrangementsUp to 12% employer super contribution17.5% leave loadingStudy assistance programNovated leasing24/7 access to Employee Assistance ProgramPaid maternity and paternity leavePaid Emergency Services leaveApplications Close 11pm Wednesday 26 March – Close date is subject to change pending qualified applications received. For further details please contact Robert Hazzard, Executive Manager Capital Delivery on during business hours only.
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