Senior Contracts Administrator

Design & Build; Perth; On-site; AUD 170,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Design & Build is seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Administrator to join a major Defence infrastructure project in Perth. Based in Osborne Park, you’ll manage subcontractor packages, administer subcontract agreements, variations and payment schedules, and support commercial delivery of critical works through to 2029.

You’ll bring proven civil or airport infrastructure project experience, strong subcontract administration, variations and risk management, and the ability to coordinate with

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Senior Contracts Administrator or Contracts Administrator on major projects.
• Experience in civil construction, airport infrastructure, airfield works or similar infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of subcontract administration, variations, progress claims and commercial management.
• The ability to manage multiple subcontractor packages and competing priorities.
• Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive approach to problem solving, risk management and commercial outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial and contractual administration of subcontractor packages.
• Administer subcontract agreements, variations, progress claims and payment schedules.
• Monitor subcontractor performance, contractual compliance and commercial risk.
• Identify and manage variations, contractual issues and potential claims.
• Work closely with the Construction Manager and wider project team to achieve commercial and programme objectives.
• Maintain accurate commercial records, forecasts and contractual documentation.
• Support the resolution of commercial disputes and contractual matters.
• Ensure subcontracted works align with project specifications and contractual requirements.

Skills

Contract administration

Subcontract administration

Commercial management

Communication

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Project management

Job description

Starting from $170,000 plus superannuation

An opportunity to join a long term Defence infrastructure project, with works progressing through to 2029.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Administrator to join a major Defence infrastructure project based in Perth’s northern suburbs. With a significant programme of works underway, this position offers long term project stability, commercial responsibility and exposure to complex civil and airfield infrastructure.

Based in Osborne Park, you’ll work closely with the Construction Manager to manage subcontractor packages and support the commercial delivery of critical infrastructure works.

The Opportunity

Following the completion of significant wharf development works, the project is progressing into the extension and strengthening of the airfield.

Working within a subcontractor led delivery model, you’ll play a key role in managing contractual obligations, commercial risk and subcontractor performance to support successful project outcomes.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded professional looking to build on their experience within a long term, strategically significant infrastructure project.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial and contractual administration of subcontractor packages.
• Administer subcontract agreements, variations, progress claims and payment schedules.
• Monitor subcontractor performance, contractual compliance and commercial risk.
• Identify and manage variations, contractual issues and potential claims.
• Work closely with the Construction Manager and wider project team to achieve commercial and programme objectives.
• Maintain accurate commercial records, forecasts and contractual documentation.
• Support the resolution of commercial disputes and contractual matters.
• Ensure subcontracted works align with project specifications and contractual requirements.

About You

To be successful in this role, you’ll bring:

• Previous experience as a Senior Contracts Administrator or Contracts Administrator on major projects.
• Experience in civil construction, airport infrastructure, airfield works or similar infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of subcontract administration, variations, progress claims and commercial management.
• The ability to manage multiple subcontractor packages and competing priorities.
• Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive approach to problem solving, risk management and commercial outcomes.

Defence project experience will be advantageous but is not essential for candidates with relevant civil or airport infrastructure experience.

What’s on Offer?

• Salary: $170,000–$180,000 + superannuation, negotiable for the right candidate.
• Project longevity: Ongoing programme of works through to the end of 2029.
• Major infrastructure exposure: Contribute to significant Defence funded civil and airfield works.
• Career development: Build specialist experience within the Defence infrastructure sector.
• Flexibility: Potential flexibility around start and finish times, subject to project requirements.
• Key project role: Work closely with the Construction Manager and take ownership of subcontractor commercial outcomes.