Contracts Administrator

Acciona S.A; Wanneroo; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCIONA in Australia seeks a Contracts Administrator to join the project team on the Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant in Perth. You will manage contract documentation, ensure compliance with obligations, and support communication between subcontractors and the project team.

You will prepare, review and administer subcontracts, manage variations and claims, and ensure payments are made on time, contributing to a safe, collaborative environment across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in contracts administration on major construction or infrastructure projects.
• Sound understanding of head contracts, subcontracts, variations, EOT and progress claim processes.
• Experience managing tender evaluations and subcontractor negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a comprehensive working knowledge of the head contract and the proforma subcontracts
• Administer all notices in accordance with specified timing requirements
• Compile contract documentation, including work scopes for each trade and supply package, in consultation with the Construction Manager and Commercial Manager
• Arrange quotations from subcontractors, and coordinate and participate in post-tender negotiations
• Manage the tender evaluation and recommendation process, recommending preferred subcontractors for the Construction Manager’s approval
• Compile subcontract documents for signing and ensure safekeeping of signed originals
• Ensure no subcontractor starts on site without the required approvals, including contract execution and review of insurances, LSL, superannuation and redundancy schemes
• Prepare and agree monthly progress claims with the client, and prepare and check payment authorities for subcontractor claims
• Process subcontract variations in accordance with relevant procedures
• Prepare, assess and agree extension of time claimsbb>
• Finalise claims and procure Contract Value Agreements

Skills

Contracts admin

Construction projects

Subcontract negs

Variations & EOT

Tender evals

Documentation/payments

Job description

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future. Job Description ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to a biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future. Job Description

Join ACCIONA on a flagship WA infrastructure project, with first production set for 2028. Long term work, strong job security and real career runway as more works get awarded.

The Project ACCIONA is leading the Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant in Perth, a $2.8 billion project delivered in alliance with Water Corporation and Jacobs. Stage 1 will produce 150 million litres of drinking water a day for Western Australians. The plant integrates seawater desalination with on-site groundwater treatment, a first for a plant of this scale in WA. Construction is underway, with commissioning targeted for 2028.

Why ACCIONA

Flagship project with strong visibility across the industry, Multi-disciplinary team, build relationships across trades, Long term, stable work, Additional works coming, more opportunities ahead.

The Role

We’re looking for a Contracts Administrator to join the project team, reporting to the Procurement Manager. You’ll support the successful delivery of the project by managing contract documentation, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, and facilitating communication between subcontractors and the project team. You’ll prepare, review and administer subcontracts, manage variations and claims, and make sure payments are made on time.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a comprehensive working knowledge of the head contract and the proforma subcontracts
• Administer all notices in accordance with specified timing requirements
• Compile contract documentation, including work scopes for each trade and supply package, in consultation with the Construction Manager and Commercial Manager
• Arrange quotations from subcontractors, and coordinate and participate in post-tender negotiations
• Manage the tender evaluation and recommendation process, recommending preferred subcontractors for the Construction Manager’s approval
• Compile subcontract documents for signing and ensure safekeeping of signed originals
• Ensure no subcontractor starts on site without the required approvals, including contract execution and review of insurances, LSL, superannuation and redundancy schemes
• Prepare and agree monthly progress claims with the client, and prepare and check payment authorities for subcontractor claims
• Process subcontract variations in accordance with relevant procedures
• Prepare, assess and agree extension of time claimsbb>
• Finalise claims and procure Contract Value Agreements

Required Skills and Competencies

• Proven experience in contracts administration on major construction or infrastructure projects
• Sound understanding of head contracts, subcontracts, variations, EOT and progress claim processes
• Experience managing tender evaluations and subcontractor negotiations
• Strong attention to detail, with excellent written communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work with construction and commercial teams to meet contractual timeframes
• A genuine safety-first attitude

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company’s commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.. ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.