Senior Contract Administrator – Major WA Infrastructure

McConnell Dowell Australia; Perth; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Mentoring

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

McConnell Dowell Australia is seeking a Senior Contract Administrator to join the commercial team delivering the Kwinana Freeway Widening Project in Western Australia. The role focuses on managing subcontractor relationships, protecting the project's commercial position and driving outcomes.

You will be part of an Alliance environment, influencing systems and commercial strategy while collaborating with experienced infrastructure professionals.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Senior Contract Administrator on major civil infrastructure projects.
• Strong commercial acumen and experience managing subcontractor contracts, claims and variations.
• Sound understanding of construction contracts and commercial administration principles.

Responsibilities

• Administer and manage subcontract and supplier contracts throughout project delivery.
• Assess, negotiate and manage variations, claims and contractual entitlements.
• Support forecasting, cost control and commercial reporting activities.
• Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and project stakeholders.
• Mentor and support Contract Administrators within the commercial team.

Skills

Contract administration

Subcontract management

Cost control

Risk management

Stakeholder relations

Civil infrastructure experience

Job description

McConnell Dowell Australia is seeking a Senior Contract Administrator to join the commercial team delivering the Kwinana Freeway Widening Project in Western Australia. The role focuses on managing subcontractor relationships, protecting the project's commercial position and driving outcomes.

You will be part of an Alliance environment, influencing systems and commercial strategy while collaborating with experienced infrastructure professionals.