Job Description

The opportunityDowner Energy and Utilities is seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Administrator to join our Water business. Reporting to the Commercial Manager Delivery, this role is responsible for the high quality administration of head contracts and downstream agreements across a project or portfolio. You will play a critical role in protecting contractual entitlement through the timely management of notices, substantiated claims, payment administration, contract registers and audit ready records. Working closely with project and commercial stakeholders, you will provide day to day contractual guidance, support risk and reporting processes, and mentor Contract Administrators to build commercial capability across the project team. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to the successful delivery of major infrastructure projects while working within a collaborative, high performing and safety focused environment. Key responsibilities include:Administering head contracts and subcontracts in accordance with approved governance requirements and the Downer StandardManaging contractual notices, extensions of time, variations, claims and payment processesMaintaining accurate contract registers, records and supporting documentationSupporting tender to delivery handover activities and ensuring key commercial obligations are embedded within project teamsProviding commercial and contractual guidance to Delivery Managers, Project Engineers and other stakeholdersAssisting with risk management, forecasting and reporting activitiesCoaching and mentoring Contract Administrators on contract administration best practiceSupporting subcontractor compliance and maintaining positive supplier relationshipsEscalating material contractual risks, disputes and commercial matters to the Commercial Manager Delivery   What we’re looking for:To be successful in this role, you will bring strong contract administration experience within a project delivery environment, together with a proactive and solutions focused approach.