Contract Administrator

Westforce Construction; Perth; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sponsorship may be available

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Westforce Construction is seeking a skilled Contract Administrator in Perth to manage contracts, provide commercial support to project teams, and oversee variations and progress claims. The role emphasizes compliance with ISO and WHS standards and efficient stakeholder communication.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in contract administration, strong analytical ability, and experience with complex contracts.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in a similar contract administration role.
• Strong experience with complex contracts.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with project teams and stakeholders.
• Training in Primavera/MSP and Contract Law is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage contracts and ensure compliance with company, ISO and WHS requirements.
• Provide administrative and commercial support to Project Managers and Senior Project Engineers.
• Draft, review, negotiate and administer contracts.
• Manage supplier and subcontractor relationships and contractual matters.
• Maintain accurate contract records, correspondence and documentation.
• Manage variations, extensions of time, delays and other contractual changes.
• Resolve contract-related issues and communicate with relevant stakeholders.
• Assist with subcontractor and service provider engagement and close-out processes.
• Assist with project scheduling and weekly/monthly programme updates using P6/MSP.
• Support the preparation of variations, extension of time claims and monthly progress claims.
• Prepare and distribute monthly ESG reports.
• Identify and contribute to improvements in processes and procedures.
• Provide support to the wider project, estimating, quality and HSEQ teams as required.

Skills

Contract management

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Vendor/subcontractor management

Tools

Primavera MSP

MSP

Job description

Contract Administrator

Perth, Full Time, Admin/Office
Vacancy Listing Dates 31/08/2026 to 28/09/2026
Please Quote Reference Number 18337

• Skilled Contract Administrator required
• Competitive Remuneration - $90,000 - $120,000
• Join the team at Westforce Construction

Westforce Construction was originally established in 2006, primarily as a Civil Construction Contractor. Since then the company has grown and diversified into a multi-disciplined Contractor venturing into structural steel fabrication, precast concrete panel fabrication and erection, high and low voltage electrical installation, and the design and construct of civil works and commercial buildings.

We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Contract Administrator to join our growing team.

Duties and responsibilities include:

• Manage contracts and ensure compliance with company, ISO and WHS requirements.
• Provide administrative and commercial support to Project Managers and Senior Project Engineers.
• Draft, review, negotiate and administer contracts.
• Manage supplier and subcontractor relationships and contractual matters.
• Maintain accurate contract records, correspondence and documentation.
• Manage variations, extensions of time, delays and other contractual changes.
• Resolve contract-related issues and communicate with relevant stakeholders.
• Assist with subcontractor and service provider engagement and close-out processes.
• Assist with project scheduling and weekly/monthly programme updates using P6/MSP.
• Support the preparation of variations, extension of time claims and monthly progress claims.
• Prepare and distribute monthly ESG reports.
• Identify and contribute to improvements in processes and procedures.
• Provide support to the wider project, estimating, quality and HSEQ teams as required.

To be successful, applicants must have 2+ years' experience in a similar role.

Applicants will also have:

• Strong experience and understanding of complex contracts.
• Highly analytical with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confident building relationships with clients and subcontractors.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and initiative.
• Strong integrity, accountability and a collaborative approach.
• Eager to learn, grow and develop your career.
• Ability to work effectively with project teams and stakeholders.
• Training in Primavera/MSP and Contract Law is advantageous.

A salary package between $90,000 - $120,000 will be negotiated with the successful candidate and will be aligned with your level of experience.

Westforce Construction is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates.

Sponsorship may be available to the right person.