Contracts Administration Specialist

About The Role

This position offers the chance to join the Project Management team as an expert and supervisor in contract administration, acting as the Superintendent's Representative. The role supports medium to large infrastructure projects focused on delivering new infrastructure assets. Based in the Leederville office, the position reports to the Manager of Contracts Administration.

Benefits

• Flexible working options including the possibility to work from home and flexible hours
• Two annual well-being days separate from standard sick or personal leave to recharge
• Eligibility for pro-rata long service leave after three years of employment
• Participation in a co-contribution superannuation scheme with 12% employer contribution plus an additional 2% employer co-contribution upon salary sacrificing 2%
• Cultural and ceremonial leave of up to five days for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees to support cultural connection and wellbeing

Key Responsibilities

• Manage contract administration comprehensively from technical, commercial, and contractual perspectives based on contract requirements
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations by both the contractor and principal
• Facilitate resolution of technical and commercial issues related to contract administration
• Lead contractor progress meetings, ensuring occupational safety and health (OSH), environmental, and quality procedures are communicated and followed
• Support Water Corporation personnel with OSH, environmental, and quality audits on projects
• Provide advice and support for contract administration and assist in preparing tender documents if requested
• Cultivate and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, Delivery Managers, Project Directors, Project Managers, Superintendents, and other Superintendent’s Representatives
• Attend site visits and progress meetings as required, demonstrating flexibility

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in contract administration managing contractual responsibilities within infrastructure projects, including civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical works. Familiarity with large-scale works contracts and the AS 4000 suite of contracts is essential. A degree in engineering, construction law, quantity surveying, or a related field is required. The role demands strong stakeholder management, negotiation, and influencing abilities to build and sustain productive relationships.

Additional Information

Applications must include a cover letter and resume demonstrating suitability. Reference checks contacting current and past line managers will be undertaken. Internal applicants are advised to notify their line manager before applying. Applications close on Wednesday, 26 August 2026.

Pre-employment screenings including medical checks, qualification verifications, police clearances, and proof of Australian work rights will be part of the recruitment process.

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

The organization values diversity and inclusion as core principles to develop a workforce that represents the community's diversity. Applications are encouraged from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, people with disabilities, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ community members, and culturally and linguistically diverse populations.

Applicants with disabilities requiring accommodations or alternative communication methods are encouraged to contact the Recruitment Officer. Visit the organization's website to read the diversity and inclusion statement.