Contracts Administrator

Cowman; New South Wales; Hybrid; AUD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Growth opportunities

Valued contribution

Job summary

Cowman seeks a proactive Contracts Administrator to support environmental and infrastructure projects. You'll work with project managers, clients, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure contracts are executed effectively, risks are managed, and commercial outcomes are achieved.

This role offers a structured, hands-on environment within a small team, with flexible working arrangements and growth opportunities. 2–3 years in contracts or project admin is ideal.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years' experience in contracts, commercial, or project administration.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to read and interpret contracts and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and administer contracts, subcontracts, and supplier agreements.
• Monitor contract performance, variations, claims, and deliverables.
• Assist with procurement, tender evaluations, and negotiation processes.
• Maintain accurate contract records, registers, and documentation.
• Support financial reporting, progress claims, and cost tracking.
• Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure obligations are met.

Skills

Contract administration

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Contracts Administrator to support our growing portfolio of environmental and infrastructure projects. In this role, you'll work closely with project managers, clients, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure contracts are executed effectively, risks are managed, and commercial outcomes are achieved. This is a key support role within our delivery team - ideal for someone who thrives on structure, understands compliance, and brings strong commercial awareness to fast-moving environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and administer contracts, subcontracts, and supplier agreements
• Monitor contract performance, variations, claims, and deliverables
• Assist with procurement, tender evaluations, and negotiation processes
• Maintain accurate contract records, registers, and documentation
• Support financial reporting, progress claims, and cost tracking
• Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure contractual obligations are met
• Ensure compliance with legislative and project-specific requirements

About You

• Minimum 2-3 years' experience in a contracts, commercial, or project administration role (construction, environmental, or infrastructure sectors preferred)
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational and communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable working with project management tools
• Able to read and interpret contract terms, scopes of work, and schedules
• A proactive problem-solver who enjoys working in a small, hands-on team environment

Why Join Cowman?

Work across meaningful projects in the environmental, remediation, and infrastructure space

Be part of a high-performing, values-driven team

Flexible working arrangements and opportunities for growth

Make a real impact in a company where your contribution is valued