Contract Administrator - Water

Aequalis Consulting Pty; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Aequalis Consulting Pty is seeking a Contracts Administrator to support a major water infrastructure program in Western Sydney. The role focuses on commercial processes, contract administration, and accurate financial record-keeping within a collaborative delivery team.

You will manage subcontract agreements, assist with procurement and cost tracking, review terms, and contribute to tender reviews and reporting. Strong Excel skills and experience with project financials are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in civil construction or large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong organisational and communication abilities.
• Proficiency with financial administration and project support processes.

Responsibilities

• Administer subcontract agreements, ensuring compliance and scope clarity
• Assist with procurement, cost tracking, and progress claim submissions
• Review contractual terms and support the commercial team in risk identification
• Maintain accurate financial records, forecasts, and project documentation
• Liaise with internal delivery teams and external stakeholders to support smooth execution
• Contribute to tender reviews and financial reporting as required

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Proactive mindset

Tools

Excel

Jobpac/Cheops

Job description

We’re working with a leading civil contractor on a transformational water infrastructure project supporting the future growth of Western Sydney. As part of a long-term delivery team, we’re now looking to appoint a Contracts Administratorwith strong attention to detail and a solid grasp of commercial processes.

This is a great opportunity to work on a large-scale, technically interesting program within a collaborative and experienced team.

What you’ll be doing:

• Administer subcontract agreements, ensuring compliance and scope clarity
• Assist with procurement, cost tracking, and progress claim submissions
• Review contractual terms and support the commercial team in risk identification
• Maintain accurate financial records, forecasts, and project documentation
• Liaise with internal delivery teams and external stakeholders to support smooth execution
• Contribute to tender reviews and financial reporting as required

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in civil construction, ideally on large-scale or public infrastructure projects
• Understanding of head contracts and subcontractor management
• Strong systems and financial admin skills (Excel, Jobpac/Cheops a bonus)
• Excellent organisation and communication abilities
• A proactive mindset and ability to work across multiple work fronts