Contract Administrator

Overview

Manage contract administration & commercial support for ENR infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• risk management
• contract admin
• cost control
• procurement
• stakeholder liaison
• kpi reporting

Tasks

-Conduct project health checks, identify risks and opportunities, and recommend mitigation strategies to the Commercial Manager -Manage all aspects of contract administration for assigned projects -Support project forecasting, cost control, and revenue re-estimation -Support procurement processes, including subcontractor onboarding, contract drafting, and governance approvals -Build and maintain strong working relationships with Ventia site teams, support functions, and client stakeholders -Assist Project Managers with subcontractor payment assessments and approvals -Drive continuous improvement and ensure compliance with all contractual and procedural requirements -Develop and implement project control frameworks, contracting strategies, and execution plans aligned with Ventia procedures -Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), analyse variances, and implement corrective actions -Prepare and present financial and contractual reports for internal and external stakeholders -Monitor contract securities, insurances, and manage variations, delays, extensions of time (EOTs), and claims through to resolution

Requirements

• microsoft office
• sap
• ariba
• power bi
• contracts admin
• business degree

What You Bring

-Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite -Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills -Location flexibility: Preferred base in North Sydney, with opportunities available in Melbourne and Brisbane -Experience with SAP, Ariba, and Power BI (desirable) -Significant experience as a Contracts Administrator or Contract Specialist, ideally within the ENR sector and on capital projects -A proactive, solution-focused mindset with strong teamwork and resilience -Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment -A degree in Business, Construction Management, or Law (highly desirable)

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Benefits

-Career growth: Ongoing professional development and clear pathways for progression -Flexible work options: Including hybrid work arrangements -Dynamic, varied work: Engage across multiple projects within a growing, future-focused business

About Ventia

-Fused decades of engineering and service expertise into a single powerhouse. -Delivers end-to-end infrastructure services—from design and maintenance to decommissioning. -Typical projects include keeping hospitals, schools, and transport systems running, as well as building telecommunications networks and remediating contaminated land. -Specializes in defence, telecoms, transport, water and utilities, environmental works, and social infrastructure across public and private sectors. -Ensures 24/7 functionality of traffic, power, networks, and critical facilities.

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