Senior Contract Administrator - Civil Construction Growth & Training

Civcon Civil and Project Management; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Civcon Civil & Project Management is seeking a Senior Contract Administrator to join our growing team on permanent basis. Based on site, you will support commercial outcomes and manage a range of contracts for complex civil construction and utilities projects.

You will report to the Commercial Manager and work with an experienced project team to draft subcontracts, variations and claims, manage contract administration, and provide guidance to junior staff.

Qualifications

• Senior Contracts Administrator experience in civil construction.
• Experience on projects valued over $30m.
• Analytical approach with strong attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts including claims management.
• Ability to build positive relationships with clients and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate subcontracts, variations and claims through to closeout.
• Review and assist with negotiation and execution of variations and claims to contracts and subcontracts.
• Provide contract administration support including notices and claims assessment.
• Demonstrate high-level written communication skills.
• Manage project cost reporting and forecasting.
• Build and maintain strong internal and external stakeholder relationships.
• Provide guidance to junior Contract Administrators.

Skills

Senior contracts

Civil construction

Contract management

Negotiation skills

Cost reporting

Education

QS degree

Job description

Civcon Civil & Project Management is seeking a Senior Contract Administrator to join our growing team on permanent basis. Based on site, you will support commercial outcomes and manage a range of contracts for complex civil construction and utilities projects.

You will report to the Commercial Manager and work with an experienced project team to draft subcontracts, variations and claims, manage contract administration, and provide guidance to junior staff.