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Join QBuild for an exciting career opportunity as a permanent Senior Superintendent's Representative and provide high level contract administration to QBuild. Use your skills to perform operational contract supervisory services for construction and engineering contracts on major and complex projects.
QBuild is a commercialised business unit of the Queensland Government. It has been Queensland Government's builder for over 160 years, playing an important role in communities across the state by building and maintaining government-owned assets such as schools, social housing, police stations and correctional and health facilities.
About The Role
You will play a pivotal role in supporting QBuild's ambition to strengthen Queensland's building and construction industry by leading a team of Superintendent's Representatives and support staff, overseeing contract administration from tender to final certification, adhering to all standards and provisions.
Duties And Skills Involved
* Being aware of the Contractual obligations of the parties to the contract and applying those obligations honestly and fairly.
* Providing operational contract supervisory services in respect to construction and engineering contracts on major and complex projects by:
* Undertaking regular site inspections
* Ensuring site meetings are held at regular intervals and conducted in accordance with a standardised procedure
* Issuing Variation Orders
* Assessing contractual claims
* Processing Contractor's Requests for Information
* Ensuring compliance of the finished product with the contract documentation
* Preparation of defects lists
* Ensuring Building Act Compliance inspections are undertaken, and appropriate records kept
* Providing expert advice and information to assist the Superintendent in undertaking and administering dispute resolution processes in respect to building and engineering construction.
* Implementing contract administration policies and procedures applicable to traditional contracts as identified by the Superintendent.
* Acting in accordance with QBuild procedures and systems in respect to contract administration and contractual provisions.
* Implementing post contract performance evaluation systems and procedures to provide comprehensive and timely information required by the Pre-Qualified Contractor Register.
* Effectively communicating with clients and all project team members, in relation to all potential cost, time and quality issues.
* Participating in the review and improvement of the operational effectiveness of the Business Unit's Quality Assurance procedures as requested.
* Applying appropriate employment equity and workplace health and safety principles and procedures whilst undertaking the above duties and responsibilities.
* Act as a mentor and the main point of contact for other Superintendent's Representatives with regard to contract supervisory services, also providing direction and management to the Superintendents Representative and contract management support staff to enhance their skills and maximise their performance and effectiveness
* Proactively manage the work performance and personal conduct of your staff
* Understand and apply contractual obligations honestly and fairly in accordance with the contract terms.
* Provide contract supervisory services for major construction and engineering projects, including site inspections, regular site meetings, issuing Variation Orders, assessing claims, and ensuring compliance with contract documentation and Building Act requirements.
* Assist the Superintendent in dispute resolution processes by offering expert advice and support on construction contracts and claims.
* Implement contract administration policies, procedures, and post-contract evaluation systems as per QBuild standards, ensuring accurate reporting to the Pre-Qualified Contractor Register.
* Act in alignment with QBuild's procedures for contract administration and ensure compliance with all relevant systems and policies.
* Maintain effective communication with clients and project teams regarding potential cost, time, and quality concerns while contributing to the improvement of Quality Assurance procedures.
* Mentor and manage contract support staff, ensuring their performance, adherence to workplace health and safety standards, and application of employment equity principles.
Please Refer To The Role Description For Further Information
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/675509/26
Closing Date: Friday, 23 January 2026
Occupational group
Contract Management