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Laing O’Rourke is a $6 billion international operation with over 50 years of involvement in Australian construction and infrastructure including more than a decade under the Laing O’Rourke banner. We are currently delivering some of Australia’s most exciting projects across the transport, building construction, defence, airports, mining, civil and social infrastructure sectors. Laing O’Rourke is committed to becoming the recognised leader for innovation and excellence in the construction industry.

About the Role

We are looking for experienced Quantity Surveyor to work on Byford Rail Extension project, in Perth, Western Australia. This role will assist with procurement, contract administration of packages and be responsible for optimising margin whilst protecting the company from commercial risks.

Key responsibilities

• Delivering the commercial requirements of the project
• Ensuring accurate and timely weekly and monthly reporting and forecasting of project costs
• Maintaining registers and productivity on the project whilst at all times adhering to Laing O'Rourke's safety policies & procedures

About you

• A construction management, building, engineering degree or equivalent coupled with extensive post-graduate experience in contract administration within the construction industry.
• Already obtained or be working towards MRICS
• You will also possess comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of contract management, program financial management, risk and opportunity management, performance reporting, budget preparation and administration.

We work hard to create an environment that brings out the best in our people. We believe in building careers through providing a safe, connected and innovative culture that supports ongoing growth and development. We offer industry-leading benefits such as specialised learning and development programs, a mental health and wellbeing program, industry leading paid parental leave policy, family friendly work practices, additional purchased leave option and coaching programs for staff on parental leave.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse society in which we live and work. We recognise the increasing importance of flexible work arrangements and family friendly work practices to enable and maintain a diverse, adaptive and high performing workforce.

Laing O'Rourke is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be considered.

Laing O’Rourke is currently delivering some of Australia’s most exciting projects across the transport, building construction, defence, airports, mining, civil and social infrastructure sectors.

The business has been recognised three times on the AFR’s Most Innovative Australian Companies index and is committed to becoming the recognised leader for innovation and excellence in the construction industry.

We know that building an enduring and innovative organisation requires us to develop and nurture the very best talent from across the industry and are committed to driving real change across the industry to ensure both men and women can access rewarding and challenging careers.

Laing O’Rourke is currently delivering some of Australia’s most exciting projects across the transport, building construction, defence, airports, mining, civil and social infrastructure sectors.

The business has been recognised three times on the AFR’s Most Innovative Australian Companies index and is committed to becoming the recognised leader for innovation and excellence in the construction industry.

We know that building an enduring and innovative organisation requires us to develop and nurture the very best talent from across the industry and are committed to driving real change across the industry to ensure both men and women can access rewarding and challenging careers.

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