Ausenco is a fast-growing company with big ideas. We redefine what’s possible in some of the world’s most complex projects and toughest environments. Delivering innovative, value-add consulting, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions is what we do. From 21 offices in 9 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide, we create sustainable outcomes for our people, clients and communities.
We are seeking an experienced Contracts Administrator to support the effective delivery of project contract and commercial activities across both pre-contract and post-contract phases. Working closely with the Project Manager, Contracts Manager, engineers, and design teams, you will play a key role in administering contract packages, supporting tendering activities, and ensuring project commitments and milestones are achieved in accordance with company procedures.
About the Role
- Prepare, administer, and manage contract packages across pre- and post-contract phases.
- Draft RFT and RFP documentation and review tender pack documents.
- Facilitate prequalification and pre-tender compliance activities.
- Assist with Bill of Quantities (BOQ) establishment.
- Maintain contract schedules, tenderer registers, package registers, and tracker lists.
- Set up contract folders and support progress claims administration.
- Prepare and assess subcontract variations, progress claims, and commercial documentation.
- Update variation registers and ensure accurate contract data and reporting.
- Monitor and manage compliance requirements including insurances, mobilisation, management plans, and licences.
- Support small to medium contract negotiations where applicable.
- Contribute to scopes of work, contract conditions, and assist with contract dispute resolution.
- Liaise with engineers and design teams to monitor progress and support achievement of project milestones.
- Provide monthly contractual reporting updates and ongoing commercial support.
- Liaise with document control to ensure accurate record keeping and data integrity.
About You
- Minimum 5 years’ experience managing small to medium construction or infrastructure contracts ($500M+ projects).
- Experience in contracts administration or commercial support within an EPCM or construction environment.
- Exposure to tender pack and contractual drafting, with familiarity in legal terms and conditions.
- Proven contract management experience including compliance, mobilisation, variations, and claims.
- Experience managing both head contracts and subcontracts (highly regarded).
- Tertiary qualification in business, engineering, quantity surveying, construction management, or similar.
- Quantity Surveying (QS) background desirable but not essential.
- Construction White Card required.
- Accurate with a high attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Highly effective written and oral communication skills.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Demonstrated ability to build relationships and negotiate effectively.
- Ability to work collaboratively with both technical and commercial teams.
Why Ausenco?
- Career advancement – Be supported in your ongoing development with technical training, mentoring programs and frequent networking opportunities.
- Work Life Balance – Flexible working hours, work from home arrangements and modern leave policies including paid parental leave and floating public holiday programs.
- Holistic approach to wellness – Access online health and fitness programs, financial coaching, and confidential counselling services.
- Accessible leadership team – Work with highly reputable market leaders who value your contribution.
Ausenco is a leading global provider of engineering, consulting and project delivery services for the minerals & metals and industrial sectors.
As a member of our team, you’ll be encouraged to embrace challenges and discover innovative solutions to every project. We’re proud of the work we do within a culture that is open, honest and cooperative.
As a global company, we embrace and encourage diversity in its fullest sense and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace based on mutual trust and respect.
Join us and work a better way.
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