Senior Contract Administrator - Infrastructure Projects (Hybrid)

AECOM; Cairns Regional; Hybrid; AUD 170,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Senior Contract Administrator / Superintendent to join our Construction Management and Contract Administration team in Queensland. You will lead the administration of high-value road and transport contracts, providing commercial and contractual guidance to project teams and clients.

You will coordinate with government and industry partners, manage variations and claims, and ensure compliance with TMR standards and project governance.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent recognised by Engineers Australia.
• RPEQ registration required.
• Extensive experience in contract administration and delivery of major road projects.
• Experience acting as Contract Administrator, Superintendent or Representative.
• Experience with TIC-CO, D&C, CPA, Alliance or equivalent contracts.
• Strong knowledge of contract administration including variations, claims and notices.
• Solid understanding of civil construction and transport infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Lead administration and delivery of major road and transport contracts to time, cost, quality and safety targets.
• Act as Superintendent or Administrator's Representative depending on project needs.
• Provide senior contractual and commercial leadership across the project lifecycle.
• Manage complex contracts in line with policies, standards and legislation.
• Advise clients and leadership on contractual, commercial, technical and risk matters.
• Lead management of variations, claims, EOTs and payment claims.
• Resolve complex contract issues through negotiation and judgement.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and external advisors.
• Ensure governance, reporting and contract administration processes are followed.
• Monitor expenditure, cash flow and emerging commercial risks; report trends.

Skills

Contract administration

Leadership

Commercial judgement

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Education

Civil Engineering degree

RPEQ registration

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Senior Contract Administrator / Superintendent to join our Construction Management and Contract Administration team in Queensland. You will lead the administration of high-value road and transport contracts, providing commercial and contractual guidance to project teams and clients.

You will coordinate with government and industry partners, manage variations and claims, and ensure compliance with TMR standards and project governance.