Contracts Manager

We are seeking a Contracts Manager to support the commercial delivery of major civil infrastructure projects with Seymour Whyte in Western Sydney. This role is central to managing head contract compliance, subcontractor agreements, and ensuring strong commercial outcomes across project delivery. You will work closely with project, engineering, and commercial teams to manage variations, claims, extensions of time, and subcontractor performance. The role requires strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and the ability to balance risk while maintaining positive relationships with clients and suppliers.

About the Role:

• Ensure awareness and compliance with head contract conditions and incorporate requirements into subcontract agreements and project delivery processes.
• Support preparation and negotiation of progress claims, variation claims, and extension of time submissions with clients.
• Evaluate, document, and manage delay notices including weather, industrial, design, and other project impacts affecting cost and program.
• Review, administer, and manage subcontract agreements, including scope development, risk allocation, and compliance with statutory requirements.
• Process subcontractor payments, including valuation of works, variations, back charges, and compliance with Security of Payments legislation.
• Maintain close liaison with project delivery teams to support commercial decision-making, forecasting, cost control, and reporting accuracy.
• Assist in managing subcontractor claims, Deeds of Release, procurement processes, and overall subcontractor performance and compliance.

About you:

• Tertiary qualification in commerce, law, construction management, engineering, or a related discipline.
• Extensive experience in commercial and contracts management within a principal contractor or major civil infrastructure environment.
• Strong understanding of head contract administration, subcontract management, and risk allocation principles.
• Proven experience managing claims, variations, extensions of time, subcontract payments, and commercial reporting.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence outcomes across complex project environments.
• Sound understanding of relevant legislation including Security of Payments and industry-standard contract frameworks.
• Demonstrated leadership capability, with experience mentoring or managing commercial or project support teams.

Seymour Whyte benefits:

• Salary continuance insurance support.
• Competitive remuneration with regular market reviews to ensure fair and equitable pay.
• Generous bonus programs that recognise strong performance and business outcomes.
• An employee share program, offering the opportunity to invest in the long‑term success of the business.
• Workplace banking benefits and financial wellbeing support to help manage your finances with confidence.
• Purchased leave options, allowing you to increase your annual leave when life demands greater flexibility.
• Travel benefits through preferred suppliers, including accommodation and car hire savings.
• Lifestyle, fitness and wellness offers that support a healthy balance inside and outside of work.
• Health and wellbeing support, including confidential access to professional counselling services.
• Leadership development programs designed to build capability at every career stage.
• Employee recognition and awards programs that acknowledge individual and team contributions.

Many of our projects are not accessible via public transport and require travel between and within active construction sites. As a result, a current Driver’s Licence and the ability to drive on site are essential.

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.

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.
• Register on our website for job alerts to be advised when new roles become available.

To learn more about us, visit www.seymourwhyte.com.au