Senior Contracts Administrator

Gamuda Group; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid solar & BESS project

Melbourne office

Flexible work arrangements

Career progression

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Gamuda Engineering, a subsidiary of Gamuda Berhad, invites applications for a Senior Contracts Administrator based in Melbourne to support the commercial delivery of major transport and energy projects.

You will manage end-to-end subcontract administration, variations and reporting, aligning head office contracts with site progress, and mitigating commercial risk. Collaboration with engineers, procurement and project controls is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Civil Engineering, Commerce or related discipline.
• 3–6 years of experience in contract administration or commercial management in civil engineering, major infrastructure or renewable energy sectors.
• Working knowledge of Australian construction contracts, procurement frameworks and commercial principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end contract administration across upstream and downstream activities, including subcontract packages, payment claims, variations and contractual notices.
• Lead and assist with sourcing, tendering, evaluation, and contract award processes for equipment packages, materials, and specialized subcontractors.
• Partner with site-based engineers, procurement managers and project controls teams to align head office contract administration with site progress and schedules.
• Identify and mitigate commercial, contractual and financial risks across the project lifecycle to ensure compliance with governance.
• Maintain accurate contract registers and prepare timely commercial reporting packs for senior leadership and joint-venture partners.
• Assist in resolving commercial disputes and managing claims with subcontractors and suppliers.

Skills

Contract administration

Commercial management

Stakeholder engagement

Budgeting & forecasting

Risk management

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management

Civil Engineering

Commerce

Job description

Gamuda Engineering, a fully owned subsidiary of Gamuda Berhad, is a reputable Engineering and Construction contractor specialising in the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of major Transport, Civil, and Energy Infrastructure projects. As a fully integrated energy infrastructure partner, Gamuda provides end-to-end solutions to fund, develop, build, and own assets to accelerate Australia’s transition to clean energy.

With established corporate offices in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane, we are delivering some of the nation's most transformative projects. As we expand our footprint into the renewable energy market, we are mobilising to deliver one of Victoria's most significant clean energy projects.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Administrator to support the commercial delivery of the Mortlake energy project. Based in our Melbourne office, you will work closely with our site-based project delivery teams, reporting to the Melbourne-based Contracts Manager/ Senior Commercial Manager.

In this role, you will manage end-to-end subcontract administration, variations and commercial reporting while ensuring project compliance, risk mitigation, and strong commercial governance.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage end-to-end contract administration across upstream and downstream activities, including subcontract packages, payment claims, variations, and contractual notices.

Lead and assist with sourcing, tendering, evaluation, and contract award processes for equipment packages, materials, and specialized subcontractors.

Partner closely with site-based engineers, procurement managers, and project controls teams to align head office contract administration with actual site construction progress and schedules.

Proactively identify and mitigate commercial, contractual, and financial risks across the project lifecycle to ensure compliance with corporate governance.

Maintain accurate contract registers and prepare clear, timely commercial reporting packs for senior leadership and joint-venture partners.

Assist in resolving commercial disputes and managing claims with subcontractors and suppliers in a highly collaborative and professional manner.

Skills and experience

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Civil Engineering, Commerce, or a related discipline.

3–6 years of experience in contract administration or commercial management within the civil engineering, major infrastructure, or renewable energy sectors.

Working knowledge of Australian construction contracts, procurement frameworks, and commercial principles (exposure to EPC contracting or major equipment supply agreements is highly regarded).

Strong analytical capabilities with commercial acumen, comfortable working with budgets, forecasting, and project finance systems.

Exceptional stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with remote site-based teams and subcontractors.

What we Offer

A strong opportunity to support a pioneering, massive-scale hybrid solar and BESS development from our corporate head office.

A professional, high-performing corporate office environment based in Melbourne.

Flexible working arrangements to support your work-life balance.

Clear technical and leadership career progression opportunities within a rapidly expanding global business.

Gamuda Australia encourages and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce, including those from overseas and current Visa holders.

Unsolicited agency CVs submitted to Gamuda will not be accepted.