Contracts Administrator (Construction)

About the role

This Darwin‑based Contracts Administrator role supports the commercial and contractual delivery of DCOH’s construction projects. The position involves procurement, contract administration, cost control and project coordination to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Key responsibilities

• Administer subcontract agreements throughout the project lifecycle, from procurement to close‑out.
• Support head contract and subcontract obligations in line with contractual requirements.
• Prepare, assess and manage variations, extensions of time, contractual notices and progress claims.
• Develop scope of works, tender documentation and procurement packages.
• Coordinate subcontractor tendering processes, evaluate bids and make recommendations.
• Monitor project budgets, commitments and expenditures; assist with cost tracking, forecasting and reporting.
• Maintain commercial registers, procurement schedules, payment schedules and project documentation.
• Assist in preparing head contract claims, final accounts and related commercial documents.
• Identify contractual and commercial risks and support resolution of issues.
• Liaise with project managers, engineers, consultants, suppliers and subcontractors on contractual matters.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Commerce, Law or a related discipline.
• 2–5 years experience as a Contracts Administrator, Contract Support, Commercial Administrator or similar within the construction industry.
• Strong understanding of contract administration, procurement and cost control principles.
• Experience with subcontract management, variations, progress claims and procurement activities.
• Excellent organisational, analytical and communication abilities.
• High attention to detail and capacity to manage multiple priorities.

Required skills

• Proficiency in JobPac.
• Advanced use of Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience with project management and document‑control systems.