Contracts Administrator - Complex Projects, Growth Path

Design & Build Recruitment; Darwin; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Design & Build Recruitment is seeking a commercially focused Contracts Administrator for a growing client in the Darwin region. The role covers end-to-end contract administration across complex projects, ensuring commercial outcomes are protected and delivered profitably.

You will work closely with Project Managers and the wider commercial team, handling variations, EOTs, progress claims and subcontractor negotiations to support successful project delivery.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Contracts Administrator within construction, civil, infrastructure or related contracting environment.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts and commercial processes.
• Experience managing variations, claims, EOTs and progress claims.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer construction contracts from award through to completion.
• Review, interpret and manage contractual requirements, notices and obligations.
• Prepare and manage variations, extensions of time and contractual claims.
• Assist with subcontractor procurement, negotiation and contract administration.
• Monitor project costs, commitments, progress claims and commercial performance.
• Manage payment schedules, invoices and supporting documentation.
• Maintain accurate contract registers and project documentation.
• Identify contractual and commercial risks and escalates issues where required.
• Work closely with Project Managers, site teams and internal stakeholders.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Assist with monthly reporting, forecasting and project commercial reviews.
• Ensure contractual and commercial processes are followed across projects.

Skills

Contract administration

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Negotiation

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management / related

Relevant tertiary qualifications

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Contract management software

Job description

Design & Build Recruitment is seeking a commercially focused Contracts Administrator for a growing client in the Darwin region. The role covers end-to-end contract administration across complex projects, ensuring commercial outcomes are protected and delivered profitably.

You will work closely with Project Managers and the wider commercial team, handling variations, EOTs, progress claims and subcontractor negotiations to support successful project delivery.