Site-Based Downstream Senior Contract Administrator

Webuild S.p.A.; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Diversity & inclusion initiatives

Employee recognition programs

Growth opportunities within a large‑sc

Novated leases

Supportive and collaborative work/case

Work on a major infrastructure project

Job summary

Webuild is seeking a Downstream Senior Contract Administrator for Parklife Metro JV, based at Badgerys Creek, NSW. You will oversee pre- and post-contract administration of subcontractor and supplier contracts to support a major rail project.

Responsibilities include coordinating contract lettings, handling progress claims and variations, reviewing subcontracts, managing costs and cash flow, and mentoring colleagues on contract administration.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Building or Construction Management, Civil Engineering or relevant field.
• 3–5 years of professional Contract Administration and Procurement experience in Australian construction.
• Ability to prepare cost forecasts, cash flow analysis and assess financial outcomes on complex projects.
• Ability to assess supplier and subcontractor claims and prepare payment schedules.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.
• Good communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and let contracts to subcontractors and suppliers to maintain the construction schedule, including package preparation.
• Progress claim assistance and handling external variations.
• Review, negotiation and finalisation of subcontracts.
• Manage project expenditure, including subcontractor claims.
• Administer RFIs to clients, architects and consultants.
• Monitor subcontractor performance against the scope and approve variations and payments.
• Maintain cost control, forecast revisions, cashflow and financial reporting.
• Support the commercial team and mentor staff participating in training programs.

Skills

Contract administration

Procurement

Cost forecasting

Cash flow analysis

Payment schedules

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Building/Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Job description

Webuild is seeking a Downstream Senior Contract Administrator for Parklife Metro JV, based at Badgerys Creek, NSW. You will oversee pre- and post-contract administration of subcontractor and supplier contracts to support a major rail project.

Responsibilities include coordinating contract lettings, handling progress claims and variations, reviewing subcontracts, managing costs and cash flow, and mentoring colleagues on contract administration.