Contract Administrator

Clough Limited; Cooma; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Future Generation Joint Venture, a collaboration of WeBuild, Clough and Lane, is delivering Snowy 2.0 in the Snowy Mountains of NSW. The Contract Administrator role provides contractual management and administration of project contracts to minimise risk and achieve FGJV outcomes.

The role requires a tertiary qualification and a White Card, with at least 5 years' experience in contracts administration on major infrastructure projects, strong communication and the ability to manage multiple tasks

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience.
• White Card (can be obtained on starting).
• Extensive knowledge of commercial management on major infrastructure projects.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in contracts administration for rail and civil infrastructure projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit interim progress claims and final accounts to ensure timely payment.
• Manage subcontract payment claims, variations, and final accounts.
• Advise delivery teams on contractual issues and maintain contract registers.
• Assist in monthly reporting and cost-related analyses.
• Oversee cost estimation processes to ensure value for money.

Skills

Contract management

Governance

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Self-motivation

Attention to detail

Education

Tertiary qualification in Business/Commerce/Engineering/Law

White Card

Job description

The Future Generation Joint Venture brings together the combined engineering experience and expertise of WeBuild, Clough and Lane and has been selected to design construct Snowy 2.0. This project is based within the Snowy Mountains in NSW and will deliver one of the largest pumped hydro schemes in the world.

Snowy 2.0 is the next chapter in the Snowy Scheme's history. It is the largest committed renewable energy project in Australia and will provide on-demand energy and large-scale storage for many generations to come. This Iconic Project has and will continue to create its own legacy in Australian history.

Purpose of the Role

The purpose of the Contract Administrator role is to provide contractual management and administration of Project contracts to ensure risks are minimised and best for FGJV outcomes are achieved.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification (Business, Commerce, Engineering, Law etc) or equivalent relevant experience
• White Card (can be obtained on starting)

Experience

• Comprehensive knowledge of the commercial management and governance requirements of major infrastructure projects
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in contracts administration of rail and civil infrastructure projects or other relevant commercial management experience
• Well-developed knowledge of the principles and practices of contract and commercial/finance management
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet tight deadlines, and high attention to detail
• Ability to plan and organise workload appropriately, combined with a willingness to undertake routine task
• Sound interpersonal skills and ability to build and maintain relationships
• Ability to understand and articulate contractual rights and positions
• Strong verbal and written communication ability
• Proven ability to organise and prioritise tasks, be flexible and resourceful, proactive and professional in manner with a high degree of self-motivation
• Excellent oral and written communications skills

Core Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Where relevant:
  • Manage the preparation and submission of interim progress claims and final accounts, ensuring timely payment
  • Manage subcontract progress payment claims, variations, contractual claims and final accounts in accordance with the terms of subcontracts
• Manage contractual claims and final accounts, ensuring timely payment
• Manage contractual issues associated with client / subcontractors/suppliers and provide advice to delivery and management teams on contractual issues
• Update contract registers to ensure current status is communicated
• Assist the Contract Manager in the preparation of monthly reports
• Manage the compilation and collation of cost related information and reports
  Analyse financial and costs reports, identifying existing or potential variances/trends, providing recommendations as appropriate for agreement with the Department
• Oversee the target cost estimate process for the project confirming that the team procedures are adhered to, and that the value for money is being achieved.

The above listed authorities & responsibilities are only a guide and may change as directed by your Manager/Supervisor or as per the requirements of FGJV Management.

As an employee you will be eligible to participate in a number of additional employee benefits. This includes:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development

The employment relationship will be governed by Australia or New Zealand Employment Law.

These positions are in remote challenging areas with extreme cold temperatures which need to be considered before applying for these roles.

Working with Clough provides you with access to challenging projects and career opportunities, along with access to professional development through our various internal and external training programs.