Contracts Administrator (Pre and Post Award)

Ark Energy Corporation; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Hybrid working arrangements

Professional development and career…

Employee wellbeing initiatives and…

Opportunity to contribute to Australia

Job summary

Ark Energy Corporation in Australia seeks a Contracts Administrator to support delivery of major renewable energy projects. You will administer EPC contracts across our portfolio, manage contractual obligations, change control and commercial risk in collaboration with project teams.

The role requires a detailed, commercially minded professional with experience in contract administration within construction or energy sectors. Hybrid working arrangements and competitive salary are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in contract administration within construction, infrastructure or energy sectors.
• Understanding of notices, variations, extension of time (EOT) claims and contract administration processes.
• Knowledge of EPC or design-and-construct contract forms.
• Strong analytical and commercial assessment skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Experience with renewable energy projects is a plus.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Administer EPC and project contracts, ensuring obligations, deliverables and milestones are met.
• Support variation and change management, including amendments and entitlement assessments.
• Assist with contractual notices, EOT claims and delay-related matters.
• Maintain accurate contractual records to support claims, dispute resolution and commercial decisions.
• Monitor project contractual risks and identify emerging issues affecting outcomes.
• Support administration of subcontractor and supplier agreements and related claims.
• Prepare commercial reports on claims, variations, risks and performance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on negotiations and dispute resolution activities.
• Ensure safety, environmental and quality contractual obligations are understood and managed.

Skills

Contract administration

Commercial management

Stakeholder engagement

Attention to detail

Education

Construction Management / Quantity Surveying / Engineering / Law

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and commercially minded Contracts Administrator to support the delivery of major renewable energy projects. This role will play a key part in protecting commercial outcomes, administering critical project contracts and supporting the successful delivery of utility‑scale renewable energy infrastructure.

The Role

Reporting to the Contracts and Procurement Manager, the Contracts Administrator will support the administration of EPC contracts and other key project agreements across Ark Energy's renewable energy portfolio. Working closely with project, engineering, procurement and construction teams, you will help manage contractual obligations, change control processes, claims administration and commercial risk.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Administer EPC and other project contracts, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, deliverables and key milestones.
• Support variation and change management processes, including preparing and coordinating contract amendments, quotations and entitlement assessments.
• Assist with contractual notices, extension of time (EOT) claims and delay-related matters to preserve contractual entitlements.
• Maintain accurate contractual records, correspondence and supporting documentation to support claims, dispute resolution and commercial decision-making.
• Monitor project contractual risks and identify emerging issues that may impact project outcomes.
• Support the administration of subcontractor and supplier agreements and related claims.
• Assist in preparing commercial reports on claims, variations, risks, opportunities and contractual performance.
• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to support commercial negotiations and dispute resolution activities.
• Ensure contractual obligations relating to safety, environmental and quality requirements are understood and effectively managed.

About You

You are a detail-oriented and commercially astute professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced project environment. You have strong organisational skills, can manage multiple priorities and are comfortable navigating complex contractual and commercial matters.

To Succeed In This Role, You Will Have

• Tertiary qualifications in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Law or a related discipline.
• Experience in contract administration, commercial management or project controls within construction, infrastructure, energy or related sectors.
• Understanding of contractual notices, variations, extension of time claims and contract administration processes.
• Knowledge of EPC, design and construct or similar contract forms.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and commercial assessment skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Experience supporting renewable energy, BESS, transmission or major infrastructure projects will be highly regarded.
• Exposure to dispute resolution, adjudication or arbitration processes is desirable.

About The Package

We offer a supportive and collaborative team environment with:

• Competitive salary package
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Professional development and career progression opportunities
• Employee wellbeing initiatives and benefits
• Opportunity to contribute to Australia's energy transition through major renewable energy projects

Who We Are

Ark Energy is a leading renewable energy company committed to accelerating Australia's transition to a low‑carbon future. Our portfolio includes wind, solar, battery energy storage and emerging clean energy technologies. We are passionate about delivering projects that create long‑term value for our communities, stakeholders and the environment.

How To Apply

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Ark Energy is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.