End-to-End Contracts Administrator - Large-Scale Projects

CDC; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CDC Academy

Parental Leave

Volunteer Leave

Employee Assistance Program

CDC Social Events

Job summary

CDC Data Centres is seeking a Contracts Administrator/Quantity Surveyor to oversee end-to-end contract administration for multimillion-dollar construction projects in Australia. You will manage commercial and financial aspects, coordinate with development and operations teams, and ensure compliance with client requirements and company policies.

The role requires strong negotiation, excellent communication, and the ability to drive efficiency across procurement and supplier management.

Qualifications

• Experience as Contracts Administrator or Quantity Surveyor on large multi-disciplinary projects.
• Strong commercial/financial management skills for construction procurement.
• Ability to manage variations, progress claims and contract negotiations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with ability to influence and resolve conflicts.

Responsibilities

• Manage all financial aspects of construction contracts, identifying and mitigating potential risks.
• Oversee cost control, ensuring budgets are maintained and financial risks minimised.
• Procure subcontractors, negotiating commercial terms in line with company protocols.
• Analyse contractor pricing, verifying accuracy in rates and quantity measures.
• Ensure all contract obligations are met, tracking milestones, payments and reporting.
• Liaise with managers and stakeholders through meetings, emails and calls to discuss key contract matters.
• Administer contract processes, including variations, progress claims, and financial tracking.
• Maintain accurate registers, documentation, and templates while supporting contractual correspondence.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Contract administration

Quantity Surveying

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Documentation

Job description

CDC Data Centres is seeking a Contracts Administrator/Quantity Surveyor to oversee end-to-end contract administration for multimillion-dollar construction projects in Australia. You will manage commercial and financial aspects, coordinate with development and operations teams, and ensure compliance with client requirements and company policies.

The role requires strong negotiation, excellent communication, and the ability to drive efficiency across procurement and supplier management.