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Seymour Whyte, in alliance with SMEC and Toowoomba Regional Council, has been awarded the Cressbrook Dam Safety Improvement Project (CDSIP) – a major infrastructure initiative set to significantly enhance flood resilience and water security for the Toowoomba region.

Representing the client’s largest project to date, this $266 million project will raise the dam crest height and widen the spillway, bringing the structure in line with current engineering design standards.

Once complete, the upgraded dam will provide increased flood capacity, improved safety during major flood events, and ensure the long‑term reliability of Cressbrook Dam as a critical water supply asset for the region.

With mobilisation underway, we are seeking an experienced Senior Project Administrator to join the team on this significant project. In this role, you will support the effective management and reporting of project costs and oversee key contract administration activities, managing subcontractor and supplier agreements from procurement through to close‑out.

Based in Toowoomba, this role offers a generous project uplift and attractive site conditions, alongside the opportunity to work on a highly complex and technically fascinating project. Delivered within one of Queensland’s most spectacular natural environments, the role provides exceptional hands‑on project exposure and a regional lifestyle, with easy access to Brisbane, the Lockyer Valley and the Darling Downs.

About the role:

• Ensure Head Contract awareness and compliance, with relevant conditions appropriately incorporated into subcontract agreements
• Manage and support the subcontract tendering process, including evaluations, negotiations and risk assessments in collaboration with key stakeholders
• Prepare and review subcontract scopes of work and agreements, ensuring clarity, statutory compliance and effective risk management
• Administer subcontractor payments and claims, including valuations, variations, back charges and compliance with Security of Payment requirements
• Provide commercial support and advice to the project team, assisting with negotiations, agreements and fulfilment of commercial obligations
• Maintain effective financial and document control processes, supporting reporting, cost tracking, accruals and compliance with company policies and legislation

We are looking for candidates who can demonstRate:

• Relevant formal qualifications in financial or commercial administration (Diploma or Certificate), or significant experience in commercial/contracts administration within a principal contractor environment
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, with experience using MS Access and Outlook
• Strong understanding of procurement, commercial, financial and cost management processes and systems
• Proven ability to interpret client head contracts, subcontract terms and relevant legislation, with an understanding of risk implications
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills, with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders

We have a range of additional benefits available for our employees:

• Health & Wellbeing: discounted health insurance, seasonal vaccinations, fertility benefit and employee assistance program (EAP)
• Financial Wellbeing: competitive remuneration, salary continuance insurance and employee share program
• Career Development: measure your progress with our Engineering Competency Matrix and Learning & Development programs
• Generous Leave benefits: purchased leave program, paid parental leave, and birthday leave – have your birthday off on us!
• Enjoy shopping, fitness and wellbeing discounts through our Flare and WHEREFIT partnerships including discounted gym memberships and classes

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

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.

Reference code: 494732

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