Job reference: 684001
Location: Adelaide CBD
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
ASO6- $98,478 to $104,165 pa + superannuation
PO3- $101,285 to $107,078 pa + superannuation

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport delivers expert planning policy, efficient transport and valuable social economic infrastructure to the South Australian community that enhances the lifestyle of South Australians every day.

We are passionate about our purpose and are seeking candidates that share in our vision and our values of collaboration, honesty, excellence, enjoyment, respect and safety.

The Opportunity
We're seeking to recruit multiple Contract Managers to join our Alliance Contracts team within the Commercial and Contract Management Division to drive the management of construction contracts for Alliance Projects.

The Department oversees a yearly budget of $2 billion and the Alliance Contracts team is responsible for providing the contract management services for various government Alliance projects related to road, rail, marine transport, and building construction. The Department's largest major infrastructure projects are generally managed by the Alliance Contracts team, with current projects including the Tram Grade Separation Projects and the Fleurieu Connections Project.

Our Contract Managers play a key role in ensuring the correct and safe delivery of the required scope in accordance with the project specifications and are responsible for timely and accurate payments for the Alliance. The Alliance Contract Managers work within a small team to conduct comprehensive contract administration, including site surveillance, managing variations, handling claims, and processing progress payments.

About You
Are you a skilled professional with a keen understanding of stakeholder perspectives and a talent for effective communication? We are seeking an individual who can drive solutions to complex challenges expeditiously, adhering to departmental policies and frameworks.

The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to work under general direction, whether independently or as part of a team, exercising significant initiative. You will set priorities, plan and coordinate activities, and achieve objectives within deadlines, making timely and informed professional decisions. Your well developed analytical and research skills will enable you to evaluate and analyse complex issues, providing specialised professional advice and developing clear reports with recommendations in a competitive environment.

A strong knowledge of the discipline, including understanding social, economic, and commercial considerations, is essential. You must demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively, succinctly, and accurately, both in writing and verbally, to people at all levels, and successfully negotiate and resolve conflicts with staff and stakeholders.

If this sounds like you and you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity and contribute to the success of our agency, then we invite you to apply for this position.

Qualifications

Appointment to these roles may be to the PO3 or ASO6 classification level and candidates seeking a role at either classification are encouraged to apply. For further information regarding the roles, please refer to the attached Role Statements

PO3 - To be eligible for appointment at this classification, a degree level qualification in Engineering (Civil/Structural/Mechanical) providing eligibility for membership with Engineers Australia is required.

ASO6 - A relevant tertiary qualification in construction management, commerce, law or a related field will be highly regarded but are not essential.

Special Conditions
The successful candidate will be required to provide a National Police Check (NPC) prior to employment with the Department for Infrastructure and Transport which must be renewed every three years.

A current Drivers Licence is essential.

Some out of hours and weekend work, along with some intra/interstate travel requiring overnight stays, may be required.

Tenure of Vacancy
Ongoing and Temporary up to 12 months appointments.

Enquiries
Alex Harris
Team Leader, Alliance Contracts
Telephone: 0421 144 159
Email: [email protected]

Application Instructions
Applications can be submitted online by clicking the 'Apply' button.

Applicants are required to submit a CV and a cover letter of no more than 2 pages addressing the selection criteria in the attached role statement.

Our Commitment
The Department for Infrastructure and Transport is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture across the department, planning for and promoting diversity and culturally safe workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse community groups and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities and other diversity groups. The Department recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and customers in delivering the future of South Australia.

As a WE'RE EQUAL organisation we are committed to treating everyone equally, proudly promoting our department, and all its spaces as safe places for everybody.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Applications close: 21/07/2025 9:00 PM