Rail Contracts Administrator — On‑Site, 2:1 Roster

John Holland Group; Cootamundra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package

Parental leave

Career development

Iconic projects

Wellbeing

Job summary

John Holland Group is recruiting a Contracts Administrator for the Inland Rail project based in Cootamundra. You will assess and process payment claims, variations, and extension of time requests, working with engineers, procurement, and subcontractors to deliver the project.

The role requires strong commercial acumen, experience on rail or heavy industrial sites, and the ability to manage multiple priorities on a 2:1 roster.

Qualifications

• Experience in contract administration, procurement, or commercial project support.
• Strong understanding of contract terms, cost control, and project reporting.
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Familiarity with project cost systems and commercial reporting (preferred).
• 2–3 years’ experience in a Construction or Heavy Industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare scopes of work, tender packages, and manage subcontract procurement and negotiations.
• Maintain project cost controls, contract registers, and reporting systems.
• Manage subcontractor performance, compliance, and variation claims.
• Monitor project costs, forecast expenditure, and report risks or cost issues.
• Interpret project specifications and contracts to ensure accurate delivery of works.
• Support commercial reporting, progress claims, and general project administration in line with company processes and procedures.

Skills

Contract administration

Procurement

Commercial reporting

Cost control

Communication skills

Prioritization

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

John Holland Group is recruiting a Contracts Administrator for the Inland Rail project based in Cootamundra. You will assess and process payment claims, variations, and extension of time requests, working with engineers, procurement, and subcontractors to deliver the project.

The role requires strong commercial acumen, experience on rail or heavy industrial sites, and the ability to manage multiple priorities on a 2:1 roster.