FIFO Contracts Administrators & Senior Contracts Administrators - Resources

Georgiou Capital Pty Ltd; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive FIFO remuneration packages

Annual salary reviews

Access to Georgiou Perks platform

Wellbeing and parental leave options

Job summary

Georgiou, part of STRABAG SE, is seeking experienced Contracts Administrators and Senior Contracts Administrators to support major civil construction projects across Western Australia. These FIFO roles offer exposure to earthworks and piping packages, with a focus on commercial management and delivering complex projects for leading resources clients.

In this role, you will manage head contracts and subcontracts, negotiate variations, monitor costs and risks, and mentor junior team members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level qualifications in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Proven experience as Contracts Administrator or Senior Contracts Administrator in civil construction or resources infrastructure.
• Experience administering construction contracts, including variations, progress claims, extensions of time and subcontractor management.
• Strong commercial acumen, contract interpretation and negotiation skills.
• Experience on earthworks, piping, civil infrastructure or mining construction packages.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building with clients, subcontractors, and project teams.
• Willingness to work FIFO on project rosters.
• Alignment with Georgiou values: Care, Integrity and Excellence.

Responsibilities

• Manage and administer head contracts and subcontract agreements across major civil construction projects.
• Prepare, assess and negotiate variations, progress claims, extensions of time and other contractual entitlements.
• Monitor project costs, revenue, forecasting and commercial performance to support project profitability.
• Identify and manage contractual risks, commercial opportunities and potential disputes.
• Work collaboratively with project managers, engineers, clients and subcontractors to achieve successful project outcomes.
• Maintain accurate contractual records, correspondence and reporting in accordance with project requirements.
• Support procurement, subcontractor engagement and the administration of subcontract packages.
• For senior-level appointments, provide commercial leadership, strategic contractual advice and mentoring to junior team members.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Contract negotiation

Communication skills

FIFO experience

Earthworks & piping

Education

Quantity Surveying / Construction Management / Civil Engineering degree

Tools

COINS

Aconex

ProcurePro

Job description

FIFO Contracts Administrators & Senior Contracts Administrators - Resources

Build your career on major resources projects with some of Australia's biggest mining operators.

Georgiou is seeking experienced Contracts Administrators and Senior Contracts Administrators to join our growing Engineering business, supporting the delivery of major civil construction projects for leading resources clients, including Rio Tinto and BHP.

These FIFO opportunities will see you working across significant earthworks and piping packages in Western Australia, playing a key role in the commercial management and successful delivery of complex construction projects.

At Georgiou—now proudly part of STRABAG SE, one of Europe's largest construction technology groups—you'll join a business where local expertise meets global opportunity.

For nearly 50 years, we've built Australia's infrastructure and our reputation for being the best people to work with.

With Georgiou's local knowledge and experience and STRABAG's forward‑thinking innovation, we're delivering projects that connect communities, develop people, and set new industry benchmarks, all while staying true to the culture and values that make Georgiou unique.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Build impact that lasts – contribute to major Rio Tinto and BHP resources projects, delivering critical earthworks and piping infrastructure across WA.
• Grow without limits – develop your commercial career through exposure to complex contracts, experienced project teams and career pathways across Australia and STRABAG's global network.
• Flexibility that works for you – enjoy wellbeing leave, paid parental leave and support to help you stay connected to life beyond work.
• Belong and be supported – inclusive facilities like free hygiene products, parental and prayer rooms, and wellbeing programs.
• A culture that cares – our values of Care, Integrity, and Excellence guide everything we do.
• Reward for your work – competitive FIFO remuneration packages, annual reviews and access to the Georgiou Perks discounts platform.

About the role:

As a Contracts Administrator or Senior Contracts Administrator within our Engineering business, you'll be an integral part of our project delivery teams, providing commercial and contractual expertise across major resources infrastructure projects.

Working closely with project leadership, engineers, clients and subcontractors, you'll take ownership of key contractual and commercial activities, helping drive positive project outcomes while protecting Georgiou's commercial interests.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Manage and administer head contracts and subcontract agreements across major civil construction projects.
• Prepare, assess and negotiate variations, progress claims, extensions of time and other contractual entitlements.
• Monitor project costs, revenue, forecasting and commercial performance to support project profitability.
• Identify and manage contractual risks, commercial opportunities and potential disputes.
• Work collaboratively with project managers, engineers, clients and subcontractors to achieve successful project outcomes.
• Maintain accurate contractual records, correspondence and reporting in accordance with project requirements.
• Support procurement, subcontractor engagement and the administration of subcontract packages.
• For senior‑level appointments, provide commercial leadership, strategic contractual advice and mentoring to junior team members.

Your skills and experience:

We're looking for commercially astute construction professionals who understand the demands of delivering complex civil infrastructure projects and thrive in a fast‑paced FIFO environment.

To be successful, you'll bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience as a Contracts Administrator or Senior Contracts Administrator within the civil construction or resources infrastructure sectors.
• Proven experience administering construction contracts, including variations, progress claims, extensions of time and subcontractor management.
• Strong commercial acumen, contractual interpretation and negotiation skills.
• Experience working on major earthworks, piping, civil infrastructure or mining‑related construction packages.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients, subcontractors and project teams.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Willingness to work FIFO on project‑based rosters.
• Strong alignment with our values of Care, Integrity and Excellence.

Highly regarded:

• Previous experience delivering projects for Rio Tinto, BHP or other major resources clients.
• Experience managing complex construction contracts on projects valued at $30 million or more.
• Familiarity with COINS, Aconex or ProcurePro.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary project teams on remote construction sites.

Whether you're an established Senior Contracts Administrator looking for your next major project or an experienced Contracts Administrator ready to further develop your commercial career, we'd welcome the opportunity to hear from you.

If you share our values, are driven by teamwork and innovation, and are looking to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you.

We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive team:

We welcome applicants of all cultures, backgrounds and identities; people with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and current or former members of the Australian Defence Force, including veterans and reservists. We are proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as a great place for women to work.

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NSW - 02 8072 3600

QLD - 07 3319 4500

WA & NT - 08 9200 2500