Contracts Administrator

Location: Adelaide

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Administer subcontractor contracts, variations and claims, and support commercial teams on a Defence naval infrastructure project at Osborne, SA.

Benefits

• Administer contracts across the full project lifecycle
• Support commercial teams on a long-term Defence project
• Career development pathways across major infrastructure projects

Project Information

ACCIONA is delivering enabling works for Australian Naval Infrastructure (ANI) at the Osborne Naval Shipyard in South Australia. The works support the future Submarine Construction Yard, one of Australia’s largest defence projects. They include civil works such as drainage, excavation, pavements and concrete. This is a long-term project with a strong pipeline of future opportunities.

About the Opportunity

As Contracts Administrator, you will support the commercial and project teams with subcontractor and supplier contracts on the ANI project, reporting to the Commercial Manager. You will prepare, review and administer agreements, process variations, claims, extensions of time and payment assessments, and monitor contract performance and compliance. You will keep contract records accurate, assist with tendering and subcontractor engagement, and report on project costs. This role builds your commercial experience across the full contract lifecycle.

Due to Defence security requirements, applicants must be Australian Citizens and eligible to obtain Baseline Security Clearance.

Key accountabilities for the position will be

Prepare, review and administer subcontract and supplier agreements across the project

Process variations, claims, extensions of time and payment assessments

Monitor contract performance, compliance and key contractual obligations

Support project managers and commercial teams with contractual advice and risk management

Assist with tendering, contract award and subcontractor engagement

Monitor project costs and help with forecasting, reporting and budget control

Maintain accurate contract records, registers and project documentation

Required Skills and Competencies

Australian citizen eligible for Baseline Security Clearance

Certificate IV, Diploma or degree in a relevant discipline

Experience in contract, procurement or project administration

Sound knowledge of contract management and construction delivery

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook

At ACCIONA, we offer a dynamic and challenging work environment where our employees can grow and develop their careers. We provide opportunities for professional development, and our team members are encouraged to bring new ideas and approaches to their work. Our company is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusiveness and respect where every employee feels valued and supported.

Apply now with your current resume to join the team delivering the ANI project.

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.