Contracts Administrator

Austral Construction is an established Engineering & Construction Contractor providing services to the Mining and Infrastructure sectors.
We have a strong and proud history of delivering diverse projects on time and on budget and we embrace and execute our mission statement; 'To deliver safe, sustainable, high-quality projects and services which uphold our core values and the 'Austral Construction' legacy'.
Austral Construction is owned by global geotechnical engineering company, Keller Group plc.
We are currently seeking an experienced Contracts Administrator to join our company to assist our Perth team on a recently awarded projects for one of our major mining clients.
Reporting to the Contracts Manager, this is a contract position that will be based in our Perth office and will require some travel to various sites in WA as per project requirements.
Responsibilities will include: Ensure the Project is managed in compliance with terms and conditions of the Contract and align with the company's objectives. Ensure all parties adhere to the contract terms, including milestones, deliverables, and deadlines.
Monitor compliance with insurance, warranties, and performance bonds.
Ensure the project identifies, assess, and manage variations, ensuring proper documentation and justification.
Prepare and manage delay claims and escalate contentious claims that require senior management support and intervention.
Identify potential risks in contracts and work with the project team to mitigate them, ensuring that any liabilities or exposures are minimized.
Oversee the procurement of subcontractors, ensuring relevant Head Contract flow downs are included, and other terms and conditions are clear and enforced.
Manage supplier agreements (onshore and offshore) and monitor performance, delivery schedules, and compliance with contract terms.
Work closely with the project manager to ensure that costs are controlled, forecasted and align with project budgets.
Review progress claims to the client.
Ensure timely payment from the client and manage payments to subcontractors and suppliers.
Review financial forecasting and budgeting, including tracking actual project costs against budgeted costs.
Ensure the project maintains comprehensive records of all contracts, communications, and transactions related to the project.
Ensure regular reports on the status of contracts, including risks, claims, and financials to senior management in the Perth Office.
Act as the primary point of contact between the contractor and the client regarding contractual issues.
Collaborate with project teams, including project managers, engineers, and site personnel, to ensure smooth project delivery and contract management.
Manage and resolve any disputes or conflicts related to contractual obligations.
Ensure Senior Management are update on disputes and elevate contentious items escalating in a timely manner.
Ensure the proper closeout of all contracts, including the resolution of any outstanding claims, final payments, and release of retention sums.
Participate in post-project reviews to identify lessons learned and best practices for to the Tendering and Estimating teams for future projects.
Position requirements: Tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction Management, Law or similar field, 10 + years' experience in a commercial role supporting construction projects, ideally at least 3 + years of managing a project commercial function, Knowledge of contract, procurement, cost and change management functions, Experience in processing orders, managing finances, contract administration and works contracts, Knowledge of insurance matters and contract negotiations, Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and Word, Experience with Pronto or similar ERP, desirable, What's on offer: Competitive remuneration package, Innovative Projects that transform communities, Inclusive Culture that champions diversity, Career Growth with mentorship and development programs to accelerate your career, Work-Life Balance with options that help balance your professional and personal life, Variety of daily tasks working with a leader in the industry. Successful candidates will be required to pass a full medical, online tests and inductions.
If this position sounds like the challenging & rewarding role that you have been seeking, please apply and attach a current CV detailing your suitability for the role.
Should you have any questions please call Mark Wood on 0437 929 344.
Austral Construction is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion.
We actively promote the employment of people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQ+ and other diversity groups.
Your application will include the following questions: Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of claims management processes? How many years' experience do you have as a contracts administrator? Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you experienced with? Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment medical check? Do you have experience preparing and submitting tenders? Do you have customer service experience? How many years' experience do you have in the construction industry? Austral Construction is an established Engineering Contractor providing services to the Mining and Infrastructure sectors.
Through its first 25 years, Austral gained national recognition for innovative marine piling and civil construction works.
This reputation allowed the company to win marine contracts around Australia; from Cairns in Far North Queensland, to northern NSW, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth and up the WA coast to Geraldton, Port Hedland and Wyndham in the northern Kimberley.
Concurrently, Austral completed civil and dam projects in regional Victoria and NSW and provided specialist subcontract services on large Melbourne infrastructure projects, such as Citylink toll road.
The year 2005, however, marked a turning point for Austral with its first contract win for Hamersley Iron in Dampier, Western Australia.
This first contract was a marine design and construction contract for Rio Tinto's Project Engineering Group.
The impressive execution of this project provided Austral the opportunity to win civil and structural projects throughout Rio Tinto Iron Ore's Pilbara Operations across most of their mine sites as well as continued marine works at Dampier.
Since that initial contract, Austral has completed over 35 contracts and $150m worth of work for Rio Tinto's Project Engineering Group and the Company has developed its ability to work effectively in remote locations with excellent logistical support.
Over the years Austral has built a reputation of delivering quality construction works where safety management and continued system improvement have priority.
Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.
Austral Construction is an established Engineering Contractor providing services to the Mining and Infrastructure sectors.
Through its first 25 years, Austral gained national recognition for innovative marine piling and civil construction works.
This reputation allowed the company to win marine contracts around Australia; from Cairns in Far North Queensland, to northern NSW, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth and up the WA coast to Geraldton, Port Hedland and Wyndham in the northern Kimberley.
Concurrently, Austral completed civil and dam projects in regional Victoria and NSW and provided specialist subcontract services on large Melbourne infrastructure projects, such as Citylink toll road.
The year 2005, however, marked a turning point for Austral with its first contract win for Hamersley Iron in Dampier, Western Australia.
This first contract was a marine design and construction contract for Rio Tinto's Project Engineering Group.
The impressive execution of this project provided Austral the opportunity to win civil and structural projects throughout Rio Tinto Iron Ore's Pilbara Operations across most of their mine sites as well as continued marine works at Dampier.
Since that initial contract, Austral has completed over 35 contracts and $150m worth of work for Rio Tinto's Project Engineering Group and the Company has developed its ability to work effectively in remote locations with excellent logistical support.
Over the years Austral has built a reputation of delivering quality construction works where safety management and continued system improvement have priority.
Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.
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