Contract Management Officer (Northam)

Bring your curiosity and determination to make a positive impact on the future of transport, and we’ll help you go all the way. 

We're looking for a Contract Management Officer to work with our client Main Roads WA in Northam.

This is a 12-month fixed-term contract, working 42.5 hours per week, supporting the delivery and oversight of road construction and maintenance projects across the region.

We're seeking a construction-focused professional who enjoys being out on site, working closely with contractors and project teams to ensure works are delivered in accordance with specifications, quality requirements and contractual obligations. You'll have a keen eye for detail, strong record-keeping skills and the confidence to engage with contractors and stakeholders to support successful project outcomes.

The successful candidate would either be based in Northam or will be willing to drive to/from Northam on a daily basis. 

• Monitoring construction activities to verify compliance with project specifications, drawings, management plans and contractual requirements
• Conducting site inspections, audits and surveillance activities across road construction and maintenance projects
• Reviewing contractor performance against safety, quality, environmental and traffic management requirements
• Identifying and documenting non-conformances, observations and opportunities for improvement
• Maintaining accurate site diaries, inspection records, photographs and project documentation
• Monitoring hold points, testing activities, traffic management arrangements and dayworks
• Providing timely advice to project teams and contractors regarding construction compliance and contract requirements
• Supporting the successful delivery of projects through effective stakeholder engagement and field-based contract surveillance
• Contributing to quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives across project delivery activities

• →Experience within civil construction, road maintenance, infrastructure delivery or contract administration environments
• →Sound understanding of construction contracts, compliance monitoring and contractor management practices
• →Knowledge of road construction, maintenance or infrastructure delivery methodologies
• →Experience undertaking site inspections, audits, surveillance activities or quality assurance reviews
• →Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, management plans and contract documentation
• →Excellent written communication skills, including experience maintaining site diaries, inspection records and compliance reports
• →High attention to detail and the ability to identify and document non-conformances effectively
• →Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build productive working relationships with contractors and project teams
• →Customer-focused approach with the ability to provide practical and professional advice
• →Current Western Australian C Class Driver's Licence

• Experience working on Main Roads WA or similar government infrastructure contracts
• Experience in quality assurance, surveillance or superintendent representative functions
• Civil construction, engineering or contract management qualifications

GHD has been appointed by Main Roads Western Australia to deliver a state-wide Operational Asset Management Support Service (AMSS) contract. Under this contract, GHD provides centralised and regional support to assist Main Roads manage and maintain the State Road network. 

GHD is an equal opportunity employer, and we want everyone to be able to fully participate in our recruitment process. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all identities.

GHD embraces hybrid work arrangements to create a work environment focused on well-being, flexibility and productivity where GHD people can thrive, this supports the diverse needs of our workforce while balancing the benefits of remote working with the value of face-to-face collaboration in the office.

We respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage. 

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