Contracts Administrator – Data Centre Projects

Cdc Data Centres; Canberra, Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CDC Academy

CDC Day

Parental Leave

Volunteer Leave

Employment Assistance Program

CDC Social Events

Job summary

CDC Data Centres is seeking an experienced Contracts Administrator to lead end-to-end contract management for large-scale construction projects across our national footprint in Australia. You will work with multiple stakeholders, oversee subcontractor and supplier agreements, and ensure compliance with client requirements and company policies.

This role emphasizes financial governance, risk mitigation, and efficient procurement.

Qualifications

• Advanced contract administration skills for large, multi-disciplinary construction projects.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with the ability to influence.
• Financial oversight and risk management experience in procurement.
• Ability to draft, negotiate, and manage variations and contract agreements.

Responsibilities

• Manage all financial aspects of construction contracts and identify risks.
• Oversee cost control to ensure budgets are maintained and financial risks are minimised.
• Procure subcontractors and negotiate commercial terms per company policy.
• Analyze contractor pricing and verify rate and quantity accuracy.
• Ensure all contract obligations are met and track milestones, payments and reporting.
• Liaise with managers and stakeholders to discuss key contract matters.
• Administer contract processes including variations, progress claims and financial tracking.
• Maintain accurate registers, documentation and templates for contractual correspondence.

Skills

Contract administration

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Communication

Tools

Excel

Job description

CDC Data Centres is seeking an experienced Contracts Administrator to lead end-to-end contract management for large-scale construction projects across our national footprint in Australia. You will work with multiple stakeholders, oversee subcontractor and supplier agreements, and ensure compliance with client requirements and company policies.

This role emphasizes financial governance, risk mitigation, and efficient procurement.