Contracts Administrator
Ashdown People ·www.ashdownpeople.com.au
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Contract Administrator / Project Manager - Civil Infrastructure
We are seeking an experienced Contract Administrator / Project Manager to support the delivery of a diverse portfolio of civil infrastructure and community projects.
You will administer construction and professional-services contracts while coordinating projects from planning through to completion. Projects range in value from approximately $10,000 to $70 million and include roads, drainage, bridges, buildings and recreational spaces.
Key Responsibilities
You will bring:
- Rate: $80 per hour + super
- Start date: September 2026
- Contract: 12 Months
- Working arrangement: Hybrid
- Location: Western Sydney
We are seeking an experienced Contract Administrator / Project Manager to support the delivery of a diverse portfolio of civil infrastructure and community projects.
You will administer construction and professional-services contracts while coordinating projects from planning through to completion. Projects range in value from approximately $10,000 to $70 million and include roads, drainage, bridges, buildings and recreational spaces.
Key Responsibilities
- Administer AS2124 and AS4000 contracts across civil infrastructure projects.
- Prepare contract documentation, correspondence, notices and project records.
- Assess and process claims, variations, extension-of-time requests and payments.
- Monitor contractual obligations, performance, risks and emerging disputes.
- Coordinate projects to achieve agreed budgets, deadlines and quality standards.
- Manage procurement, capital expenditure, resource allocation and progress reporting.
- Work closely with internal teams, contractors, consultants and service providers.
- Participate in contractor meetings and undertake site inspections when required.
- Identify delivery risks and provide advice to project and program leadership.
- Improve contract administration systems, documentation and reporting processes.
You will bring:
- At least eight years' relevant experience in contract administration, project coordination or civil infrastructure delivery.
- Strong experience administering AS2124 and AS4000 contracts.
- Experience with civil works, construction services and professional consulting contracts.
- Knowledge of roads, drainage, utilities, buildings or recreational infrastructure.
- Experience delivering complex, long-term projects involving multiple stakeholders.
- Strong project management, commercial, negotiation and risk-management capabilities.
- Excellent written communication, organisation and stakeholder-management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project.
- A qualification in construction, civil engineering, project management or a related discipline.
- A valid White Card and current Class C driver's licence.
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Who is hiring for the Contracts Administrator role?
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Where is the Contracts Administrator job located?
The Contracts Administrator role with Ashdown People is based in Blacktown, NSW, AU. The role is hybrid-friendly.
Is the Contracts Administrator role remote?
Yes — the Contracts Administrator position at Ashdown People is hybrid. Candidates based in AU are preferred.
What does the Contracts Administrator role pay?
Ashdown People lists the Contracts Administrator role at AUD 79–80 per hour.
Is the Contracts Administrator role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Ashdown People.
What experience level is the Contracts Administrator role?
The Contracts Administrator position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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