Senior Contracts Administrator — Lead Commercial Delivery

CPB Contractors; Ararat; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellbeing program

Discount portal

Company-funded salary continuance

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

CPB Contractors is seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Administrator for a project near Ararat, Victoria. You will manage subcontractor and supplier contracts, oversee financial administration, and support procurement and commercial reporting within a fast-paced project team.

You will liaise with project stakeholders, review variations, and implement measures to minimise commercial risk while delivering high-quality, on-schedule outcomes for the client and partners.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 to 7 years' experience in contracts administration, project controls, commercial management, or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of contract law, relevant legislation, and industry standards.
• Demonstrated experience managing subcontractor and supplier contracts.
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to interpret and apply contractual obligations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proven negotiation and influencing capabilities.
• Strong conflict resolution skills and the ability to perform effectively in high-pressure environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage the administration of subcontractor and supplier contracts throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee project financial administration, including cost tracking, forecasting, and reporting.
• Coordinate and manage site office administration requirements.
• Support the Project Manager in preparing and reviewing monthly project reports, including progress, programme, and cost performance data.
• Assist with the identification, evaluation, preparation, and submission of contract variations and claims.
• Provide support in resolving contractual issues and interpreting contract requirements.
• Ensure progress claims and contract payments are prepared, submitted, and received within required timeframes.
• Proactively identify and implement measures to minimise commercial risks and avoid disputes.
• Monitor project costs and provide accurate financial and commercial reporting.
• Develop and manage work priorities to deliver high-quality outcomes within agreed deadlines.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence within the project team.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders

Skills

Contract management

Commercial awareness

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Decision making

Stakeholder management

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification/diploma/TAFE

Job description

CPB Contractors is seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Administrator for a project near Ararat, Victoria. You will manage subcontractor and supplier contracts, oversee financial administration, and support procurement and commercial reporting within a fast-paced project team.

You will liaise with project stakeholders, review variations, and implement measures to minimise commercial risk while delivering high-quality, on-schedule outcomes for the client and partners.