Contract Administrator - Water

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

Job summary

Aequalis Consulting in Sydney is seeking a Contracts Administrator to join a long-term delivery team on a major water infrastructure project. You will administer subcontract agreements, support procurement and cost tracking, review terms, and help the commercial team identify risk.

Strong Excel and Jobpac/Cheops knowledge is a bonus. The role requires excellent organisation and communication skills and a proactive mindset to work across multiple work fronts.

Qualifications

• Experience in civil construction, ideally on large-scale or public infrastructure projects.
• Understanding of head contracts and subcontractor management.
• Excellent organisation and communication abilities.
• A proactive mindset and ability to work across multiple work fronts.

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

Attention to detail

Contract administration

Communication skills

Organisation skills

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