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Contract Director

Department of Housing, Local Government, Planning and Public Works QLD
Brisbane, QLD
A$161,770-$169,261 p/a
Government & Defence → Government - State
Contract
On-site

Posted 5 days ago


About the Role

As the Contract Director, you will be a key contributor to delivering complex capital works projects on behalf of the department and other agencies that deliver positive economic and social outcomes. You will fulfil all aspects of the role of Contract Director (Principal's Representative, Superintendent) for major capital works projects delivered through both single stage and two-stage contracts types such as the department's managing contractor contracts.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Manage and administer the conditions of contract for major capital works projects delivered through non-traditional contacts.
  • Provide leadership and management for the administering of contracts on capital programs and projects, working with the program and project teams, including consultants and/or multi-disciplinary teams engaged to assist with the programs/projects, to ensure that risks are effectively managed, key program and project milestones are achieved and outputs are in accordance with endorsed plans for time, scope, quality, cost and safety.
  • Investigate, resolve and settle contract claims, variations and disputes arising from the delivery of major capital works projects.
  • Provide high-level expert advice on building industry matters, affecting the delivery and construction of large and complex capital works projects.
  • Liaise with client and departmental representatives to administer contract requirements
  • Establish and manage program and project governance arrangements pertaining to the administration of the contract, in line with the overarching project governance for the delivery of all project and program stages
  • Collaborate effectively across government to maximise benefits for Queensland.

Benefits of working with the Department of Housing & Public Works By joining Major Projects you will work within a fast-paced, challenging and supportive environment where every employee plays a critical role in our ongoing success.

You will enjoy a variety of benefits, including:

  • Competitive salary + generous superannuation and leave loading
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Diverse work culture
  • Career training and development

Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference:
QLD/632489/25
Closing Date: Friday. 2 May 2025


About Department of Housing, Local Government, Planning and Public Works QLD

Brisbane, QLD, Australia

The Department of Housing and Public Works delivers a range of housing, building and procurement services.

We work to ensure that our most in need Queenslanders have access to housing and homelessness assistance. This assistance is provided through government-owned and managed social housing, and grant funding to registered providers. We also help thousands of low income earners to enter and remain in the private rental market.

Another key focus for the department is to provide policy, advice and delivery of services to government agencies in the areas of construction, asset and facilities management, procurement and fleet management.

The department consists of five major areas: Housing and Homelessness Services, Public Works and Asset Management, Building Industry and Policy, Queensland Government Procurement and Corporate Services.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

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