Senior Contracts Administrator
Role Overview
Administer subcontracts and lead procurement across construction and engineering packages and build your commercial career with ACCIONA.
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Benefits
- Administer contracts across construction and engineering packages
- Act as the key commercial link between delivery and engineering
- Access mentoring and leadership development pathways at ACCIONA
- Project Information
- Help deliver a new 500 kV double-circuit transmission line project that will connect more than 3,000 MW of new renewable generation to the grid and power up to one million homes. The scope spans earthworks and access tracks, tower foundations, steel supply and erection, logistics and regional camp accommodation.
About the Opportunity
Report to the Manager, Contracts and Procurement and act as the key commercial interface between procurement, construction, engineering and project controls. You will administer the head contract and subcontracts, coordinate tenders, awards and purchase orders, and manage variations, claims and registers. Track commitments, supplier performance and cost against budget, and flag commercial risks early. Support junior team members and improve how contracts and procurement run, with exposure to subcontractors, suppliers and client requests.
Key accountabilities for the position will be:
Administer the head contract and subcontracts to project requirements
Coordinate tenders, evaluations, awards and purchase orders
Manage variations, adjustment events, claims and dispute records
Package subcontracts with clear scope and appropriate risk allocation
Track commitments, long-lead items, supplier performance and cost against budget
Identify and escalate commercial and contractual risks
Prepare commercial reporting and support junior team members
Required Skills and Competencies
Contracts and procurement experience on complex infrastructure
Experience managing subcontracts, packages and suppliers
Sound knowledge of contracting models and risk allocation
Ability to interpret and administer contract terms and conditions
Strong written communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Location and conditions
This is a regional role and includes the provision to be based at camp as required.
Why join us?
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.
Ready to own contracts and procurement? Apply now.
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.
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