1 Smith St, Parramatta NSW ****, Australia
Posted Sunday 26 July **** at 2:00 pm | Expires Monday 10 August **** at 1:59 pm
An exciting opportunity to be a part of Sydney Water's Capital Works Programme, which is a $34 Billion Infrastructure upgrade project
Multiple permanent roles with generous salary package + benefits on offer
Join our growing team to deliver essential services for a sustainable and prosperous water future
Everyday Sydney Water is providing world-class water and wastewater services to the over 5 million people who call Greater Sydney home.
We have an extensive capital delivery program to ensure we can continue to deliver for our customers, both now and in the future.
At Sydney Water, we are dedicated to our environment, our customers, and our employees.
We are looking for the best-in-class Senior Contract Administrator ideally with backgrounds in Water Infrastructure Projects other infrastructure and/or Construction Projects.
We need your skills and expertise to help Sydney Water deliver a $34 billion dollar investment program over the next 10 years to build, maintain and protect the future of our iconic water resources.
About the Senior Contract Administrators roles:
In these roles the Senior Contract Administrator will work in partnership with the business, contribute to the development and managing of contracts with suppliers of goods & services within the multi-billion dollar nominated Major Projects portfolio.
About you:
Relevant degree qualification (e.g. Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Construction Law, Engineering, Business) or experience deemed equivalent.
Professional MRICs or equivalent qualification
Strong stakeholder management skills with multiple stakeholders and in particular external suppliers
Strong communication skill with ability to convene complex commercial matters through reports and presentations and strong understanding of construction law
Strong team work capability with appreciation of intricacies of matrix organisations
7+ years' contract and commercial management experience in construction and infrastructure projects in a large complex organisation, preferably in a similar organisation or industry sector




Relevant work experience for Tier 1 and Tier 2 contractors in addition to client side
Strong understanding of construction transaction and delivery models
Demonstrated experience in partnering with the business in effective contract and commercial management
Ability to partner closely with the business while maintaining a degree of functional independence
Why our team like working at Sydney Water:
Huge multi-billion-dollar program of work which shapes Australia's busiest and largest city.
It's rewarding!
Positive team culture which celebrates wins and binds together to face challenges
Versatile working arrangements, to give you fair work/life balance.
We want your perspective and ideas to help we find better ways to delight our customers, so we encourage you to apply no matter your age, gender, or culture.
Be part of a committed, highly skilled team who'll appreciate what you bring to the table.
You'll set and achieve real goals and make decisions that matter, as together we help shape the lifestyle of greater Sydney.
Competitive Remuneration: We'll ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately.
Hybrid Work Environment: We offer a hybrid work model that balances remote work and office collaboration, supporting our team's productivity and well-being
Continuous Skilled Growth: We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success.
24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal
Subsidised Private Health Insurance: Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans
Family First:



Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a generous childcare allowance
Fitness Passport: Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport, granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW
Novated Leasing: Get in the driver's seat of your financial future with our novated lease options.
As part of the application process, Sydney Water will be collecting your personal information to assess your suitability for the role.
Your personal information may also be used to establish a Dayforce talent profile.
Your personal information will be collected in accordance with Dayforce's Terms and Privacy Policy and Sydney Water's Privacy Collection Statement – recruitment.
Please note as part of the application process, you will be asked to undergo background checks which include a criminal history check.
You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident at the time of submitting your application to be considered for this role.
At Sydney Water, we are passionate about making a difference to the lives of our customers and communities.
We have a proud heritage and progressive future providing world class drinking water and services that are vital to our customers' quality of life and safeguarding Sydney's future.
We see the world is changing, so we are changing too.
Our vision is to create better lives through world-class services, and we believe that starts with our people.
Our people and their jobs are as diverse as the communities we serve.
Our diverse skills, mindsets and backgrounds work together on exciting and challenging projects that make a difference and help ensure Sydney remains one of the most iconic and liveable cities in the world.
We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and veterans.
Job details
Job family Supply chain and procurement
Job function Contract and supplier relationship management
1 Smith St, Parramatta NSW ****, Australia
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📌 Senior Contract Administrator (New South Wales)
🏢 Sydney Water
📍 New South Wales