Contracts Administrator, Public Infrastructure Projects

Work Initiatives; North Sydney; On-site; AUD 91,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Osborne Richardson is seeking a contracts administrator to support the Section 7.11 Projects team in managing contracts and cost tracking across infrastructure projects. The role covers documentation, payment processing, tender preparation, and contract administration aligned with the Council's Project Management Framework.

Salary is $80/hr plus Super, with engagements in Maroochydore and ongoing administrative responsibilities for a broad portfolio from civil to professional services.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Section 7.11 Projects team in administering contracts and updating contract and cost tracking systems.
• Develop a distribution system so financial information can be used by Program Managers, internal and external consultant Project Managers.
• Improve and develop a contract administration system and documentation in line with the Project Management Framework.
• Administer contracts for CP program projects with values from ~$10,000 up to $70 million.
• Update the cost reports and summarise the financial position for each project monthly.
• Establish systems for contract documentation, including a completed contract documentation set and related correspondence.
• Draft memos and tender documents in line with Procurement Manual and financial delegations.
• Record and respond to contract claims, process payments, variations, and notices.
• Monitor and ensure contract obligations and dispute resolution provisions are met and flag issues.

Job description

Osborne Richardson is seeking a contracts administrator to support the Section 7.11 Projects team in managing contracts and cost tracking across infrastructure projects. The role covers documentation, payment processing, tender preparation, and contract administration aligned with the Council's Project Management Framework.

Salary is $80/hr plus Super, with engagements in Maroochydore and ongoing administrative responsibilities for a broad portfolio from civil to professional services.