Contracts Administrator NZ

CDC Data Centres; Upper Harbour; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CDC Academy

CDC Day

Parental Leave

Volunteer Leave

Employment Assistance Program

CDC Social Events

Job summary

CDC Data Centres in New Zealand is seeking an experienced Contracts Administrator or Quantity Surveyor to manage end-to-end contractual administration across major construction projects. You will support the CDC Development and Operations Teams, align contract admin with project objectives, and mitigate risks while driving procurement efficiency.

Key duties include cost control, tracking milestones and variations, preparing reports and contract documentation, and liaising with stakeholders to

Qualifications

• Experience in end-to-end contract administration for large construction projects.
• Strong ability to manage financial aspects, payments and variations.
• Proven track record in preparing contract agreements and documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with stakeholders.
• Ability to influence, negotiate and resolve conflicts while delivering on deadlines.
• Collaborative and diligent attitude to project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Manage all commercial aspects of construction contracts, cost control, and subcontractor procurement.
• Identify financial risks and ensure contract obligations, milestones and payments are met.
• Collate, QA, and analyse contractor pricing and quantities for accuracy.
• Liaise with managers and stakeholders on milestones and daily matters.
• Oversee contract financial administration within project budgets and policies.
• Prepare head contract progress claims and support contract communications.

Skills

Contract administration

Quantity Surveyor experience

Project finance

Contract preparation

Written and verbal communication

Negotiation

Collaborative teamwork

Tools

Excel

Job description

Make Your Mark in this exciting opportunity to work at Australia’s leading data centres.

• Take ownership of contract management in complex builds
• Be part of a well-established business with continued growth
• Silverdale or Hobsonville location

About us:

Established in 2007, CDC Data Centresis Australasia's leading operator of sovereign, secure, world-class data centre facilities.

Headquartered in Canberra with multiple facilities in the ACT, NSW, VIC, WA and New Zealand, CDC’s diversified operationsprovide secure data centre configurations that support co-location, containerised and hyperscale compute environments with all campuses interconnected with high-speed carrier grade networks.

At CDC we are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We believe that everyone’s unique experiences enable us to deliver meaningful benefits for our people, our clients and communities. Our mission is to attract, retain and grow the world’s best data centre team.

Our people are responsive, innovative and trusted in supporting our customers. Together, we configure the landscape to meet the security, reliability, connectivity and sustainability needs for today and tomorrow.

About the Role:

Our Quantity Surveyor is responsible for the end-to-end contractual administration of subcontractors and major suppliers, ensuring strict adherence to client contract requirements, company policies, and procedures.

This role provides critical support to the CDC Development and Operations Teams across all project phases, from initial development to full operational implementation. Close collaboration with multiple stakeholders will be essential to aligning contract administration with project objectives, mitigating risks, and driving efficiency across procurement and supplier management.

• Manage all commercial aspects of construction contracts, including cost control, procurement of subcontractors, and negotiation of commercial terms.
• Identify financial risks and ensure contract obligations are met, including tracking milestones, payments, and reporting.
• Collate, QA, and analyse contractor pricing, verifying rates and quantity measures for accuracy.
• Liaise with managers and stakeholders on daily matters and milestones through various communication channels.
• Oversee contract financial administration and tracking within project budgets and policies, handling tasks such as processing variations, preparing project reports, and maintaining all necessary contractual documentation and registers.
• Prepare head contract progress claims and support the review and response to contractual correspondence.

What’s in it for you:

CDC offers excellent employment conditions and benefits such as:

• CDC Academy -Make your mark by enhancing your professional development with the CDC Academy. Enroll in specialised training courses that will help you develop skills and ensure you thrive in your chosen career.
• CDC Day - An additional day of paid leave dedicated to nurturing your health and wellbeing.
• Parental Leave - Inclusive and above legislative tenure of parental leave entitlements to help you start, grow and care for your family.
• Volunteer Leave - Make a meaningful difference with 2 days of volunteering leave for any cause or charity of your choice.
• Employment Assistance Program - Be confident that you and your family are supported with access to our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program.
• CDC Social Events - CDC’s offers staff and their family’s inclusive events that nurtures relationships, connection and friendships across the business. CDC hosts BBQs, family picnics and community events, bringing together CDC staff in different settings.

About you:

We’re looking for an experienced Contracts Administrator or Quantity Surveyor with a background in large, multi-disciplined construction projects. Your expertise in commercial and financial management within the commercial property or industrial sector will be key to your success.

Please note, this is not a senior role and would suit someone with a few years under their belt in a similar role.

You’ll need to be confident communicating with a range of stakeholders and comfortable navigating complex contracts. Strong negotiation skills and the ability to manage challenges while maintaining positive relationships will be key. If you're someone who can influence outcomes and help drive project success, we’d love to hear from you.

Key things we’re looking for:

• Advanced knowledge of Excel
• Demonstrated experience as a Contracts Administrator/Quantity Surveyor/Project finance, working on large multi-disciplined construction projects.
• Proven experience in the preparation of contract agreements
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to influence, negotiate and resolve conflict.
• A collaborative and diligent attitude to project delivery and deadlines.

Essential:

NZ Citizenship or PR with ability to obtain a NZ Security Clearance.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We believe that diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences leads to innovation and success. We actively promote equality and strive to create a welcoming environment for all employees. We are dedicated to building a team that reflects the diversity of our community and encourages everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.

Closing Date: 11:55pm, Sunday 28th June 2026