Senior Contracts Administrator

Pensar; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefits

Job summary

Pensar is seeking an experienced Senior Contract Administrator to lead on complex infrastructure projects in Brisbane. You will drive commercial outcomes, manage contractual risk and support successful delivery across the portfolio.

Collaborate with project teams, lead contract variations, claims and entitlements, and mentor junior staff while improving governance and processes.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification is desirable.
• Significant experience in contract administration, commercial management or a similar role within the infrastructure, engineering or construction sectors.
• A strong understanding of complex contracting environments and commercial project delivery.
• Experience working on multidisciplinary infrastructure or construction projects.
• Strong negotiation, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Project Managers and delivery teams to provide strategic commercial guidance across a diverse portfolio of projects.
• Take ownership of contract administration activities from project award through to completion and close-out.
• Support the management of contractual risk by identifying opportunities, addressing challenges early and implementing practical solutions.
• Lead the preparation and assessment of contract variations, claims and entitlement submissions.
• Work closely with clients, subcontractors and suppliers to build productive relationships and achieve positive outcomes.
• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting activities to support informed business decisions.
• Assist in resolving commercial issues and contractual disputes in a timely and professional manner.
• Coach and support developing commercial professionals, helping build capability across the wider project team.
• Identify opportunities to improve systems, processes and commercial governance across the business.

Skills

Contract administration

Commercial management

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation

Budgeting/forecasting

Education

Tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Engineering, Law, Commerce, Business or related field

Job description

Pensar offers insightful, original design thinking, implemented by a team with proven expertise to deliver flexible fit-for-purpose critical infrastructure solutions. We challenge established thinking and work hand-in-hand with our clients to achieve their vision of building thoughtful infrastructure for the future.

Job Description

Are you an experienced Senior Contract Administrator looking to take the lead on complex infrastructure projects?

We’re seeking a commercially astute and proactive Senior Contract Administrator to join Pensar. In this role, you'll be instrumental in driving strong commercial outcomes, managing contractual risk, and supporting the successful delivery of major infrastructure projects across the business.

What you'll be doing:

• Partner with Project Managers and delivery teams to provide strategic commercial guidance across a diverse portfolio of projects.
• Take ownership of contract administration activities from project award through to completion and close-out.
• Support the management of contractual risk by identifying opportunities, addressing challenges early and implementing practical solutions.
• Lead the preparation and assessment of contract variations, claims and entitlement submissions.
• Work closely with clients, subcontractors and suppliers to build productive relationships and achieve positive outcomes.
• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting activities to support informed business decisions.
• Assist in resolving commercial issues and contractual disputes in a timely and professional manner.
• Coash and support developing commercial professionals, helping build capability across the wider project team.
• Identify opportunities to improve systems, processes and commercial governance across the business.

What you'll bring:

• A tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Engineering, Law, Commerce, Business or related field (desirable).
• Significant experience in contract administration, commercial management or a similar role within the infrastructure, engineering or construction sectors.
• A strong understanding of complex contracting environments and commercial project delivery.
• Experience working on multidisciplinary infrastructure or construction projects.
• Strong negotiation, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Why Join Us?

Our employees enjoy a wide range of Employee Benefits designed to appeal to everyone. Including, but not limited to:

• Two additional paid health & wellbeing leave days per year
• Access to purchasing additional annual leave
• Quarterly employee recognition and long‑service awards
• Access to the Entertainment App and Bunnings discounts
• Health & wellbeing initiatives (flu vaccinations, skin checks, mental health awareness)
• Access to novated leasing
• Regular team and social events, including site BBQs and team challenges
• Employee Assistance Program & TIACS Counselling service
• Funded compliance training and professional development support
• Healthy office snacks and breakfast options

Alternatively, if you have any questions related to this position or any other vacancy opportunities, please email [e-mail]

Successful applicants must reside and be eligible to work in Australia, as well as agree to provide information for pre‑employment checks.

Pensar is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our people, believing that diversity drives innovation and success.

Pensar is part of the RSK Group, a global leader in the delivery of sustainable solutions. Learn more https://rskgroup.com