Senior Contracts Administrator

SEARO; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Symal Group has entered a Joint Venture to deliver a major Solar Farm and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project in Victoria. We are seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Administrator to manage head contracts and subcontract packages, collaborating with subcontractors, OEMs and key stakeholders.

Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you’ll administer variations, claims and contract correspondence, while mentoring junior contracts staff and supporting the broader commercial team to ensure

Qualifications

• Contract administration experience on utility-scale renewables projects is essential.
• Experience with EPC or PC project delivery and subcontract administration.
• Experience negotiating subcontract/supply agreements, incl. with international OEMs.
• Proven track record of major project cost reporting and cash flow forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Administer subcontract packages across solar, BESS, civil, electrical works.
• Prepare and maintain progress claims, payment schedules and cost reports.
• Mentor junior contracts administrators within the team.
• Prepare, assess and administer variations and claims upstream and downstream.
• Maintain contract correspondence and compliance registers with head and subcontractors.

Skills

Contract administration

Renewables experience

Stakeholder engagement

Attention to detail

Job description

Make it yours

Experience the opportunity to help deliver one of Australia's largest renewable energy projects and take your career to the next level on a landmark Solar and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project in Victoria.

Join a project that will play a significant role in Australia's energy transition, working alongside industry-leading professionals to deliver complex civil, electrical and energy infrastructure.

Who we are

We're Symal, a proudly different group of companies with a story of significant growth, pushing what's possible as one of Australia's largest self-performing contractors.

We innovate with intent, problem solving and delivering the best outcomes to our partners, communities and each other. That's what has made Symal a success and will continue to into the future.

It's not what we do that defines us, it's how we do it, building better together.

The role

Symal Group has entered a Joint Venture partnership with the intent to deliver a major utility-scale Solar Farm and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project in Victoria.

We're seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Administrator, with a proven track record on renewable energy projects, to play a key role in the successful delivery of this nationally significant project.

Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you'll administer the head contract and subcontract packages, supporting the wider commercial team and engaging with subcontractors, OEMs and key stakeholders.

You'll be responsible for administering variations, claims and contract correspondence both upstream and downstream, and mentoring junior contracts staff, playing a key role in supporting the operational success of the project.

This is a unique opportunity to work on a project of major significance, helping shape delivery strategies and contributing to one of Australia's largest renewable energy developments.

Your everyday

• Administer subcontract packages across solar, BESS, civil, electrical and high-voltage infrastructure works, including procurement documentation and contract execution.
• Prepare and maintain progress claims, payment schedules, cost reports and subcontractor commercial reporting.
• Support and mentor junior contracts administrators within the commercial team.
• Prepare, assess and administer variations and claims of all types, both upstream and downstream.
• Maintain contract correspondence, registers and compliance records upstream with the head contract and downstream with subcontractors.

Who are you?

• Demonstrated Contractor side contract administration experience on utility-scale renewables projects is held in high regard. Wider infrastructure experience may also be considered.
• Understanding and experience with electrical infrastructure, transmission or major infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of EPC or PC project delivery, subcontract conditions, progress claims and variation administration.
• Strong understanding of Design & Construct Contracts and Deliverables
• Experience preparing and negotiating subcontract and supply agreement documentation, including with international OEMs.
• Proven experience and track record of major project cost reporting and P&L control including forecasting and cash flows
• Excellent attention to detail, with strong written communication and reporting skills

A career with us

At Symal, we've always known that people and performance make amazing things happen. Work like ours needs problem solvers, bold thinkers and genuinely good people. If you're looking for a passionate team and a pathway to career success, now's the time to make it yours.

There are plenty of good reasons to dig into a career at Symal.

• Forge pathways: We open doors to diverse, challenging and future-shaping construction projects to expand your experience and develop your career.
• Get ahead: From early career support and specialised learning to leadership development, we back you with tailored development programs to help you reach your goals. Success is defined by your direction and progress.
• Keep well: A healthy and happy workplace builds a brighter future. With wellness benefits, discounted health insurance, a perks and rewards platform and an industry-leading employee assistance program, we're here to support you when you need it.
• Stay social: People are the core of Symal. Our leading-edge work and breakout spaces stocked with snacks bring the best out of our teams and keep them fuelled for their next challenge, while our social calendar is stacked with events to connect, celebrate and reward our people.

Diversity of thought fuels our progress

Our inclusion offerings are designed to open doors for individuals who may not see a traditional entry point into the construction industry. We're empowering women to thrive in construction through Shine, championing veteran career transitions through Resolve and building meaningful careers for Aboriginal people with Wamarra, helping you build a future where you belong.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans and individuals from diverse cultural and life experiences are encouraged to apply.