Contracts Administrator

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Perth Until 8/22/2026 First posted November 4, 2025 Last posted January 9, 2026
Job description

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

Job Description

  • Personalised career progression plans to help you achieve your goals
  • Join a business with an excellent safety record as well as robust systems and process's
  • Competitive salary in line with experience + Acciona Bonus Incentive Scheme

The Contracts Administrator supports the successful delivery of the project by managing contract documentation, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, and facilitating communication between subcontractors and the project team. This role is responsible for preparing, reviewing, and administering contracts, managing variations and claims, and ensuring timely payments.
The Project
The project includes the design, construction, operation and maintenance of the plant with first production in 2028. Works include marine works and tunnels, seawater intake system, a seawater reverse osmosis desalination plant, groundwater system, drinking water storage and pump system, supported by civil, electrical and bulk earthworks.
 
Key accountabilities for the position: 
  • Maintains detailed understanding of head contracts and subcontract templates, ensuring timely administration of notices
  • Prepares and compiles contract documentation and work scopes in collaboration with project managers
  • Coordinates subcontractor tendering, negotiation, recommendation, and contract execution
  • Ensures subcontractors meet all pre-commencement requirements including insurance and statutory obligations
  • Prepares and agrees on progress claims and extension of time claims with clients
  • Manages tender evaluations and recommendations for subcontractor selection
  • Processes subcontract variations and assesses extension of time claims
  • Finalises claims and secures Contract Value Agreements for project completion

Required Skills and Competencies

  • Strong understanding of head contracts and subcontract templates
  • Ability to manage contract documentation and ensure compliance with timing and procedural requirements
  • Experience in preparing scopes of work and coordinating subcontractor tendering and negotiations
  • Knowledge of subcontractor approval processes including insurance and statutory compliance
  • Skilled in preparing and negotiating progress claims and extension of time claims
  • Proficiency in tender evaluation and recommendation processes
  • Ability to process subcontract variations and assess extension of time claims accurately
  • Experience in finalising claims and securing Contract Value Agreements

What we offer 
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.

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.

About this role

Summary

Manage contract documentation, ensure compliance, coordinate subcontractors, and handle claims for infrastructure projects.

Job title

Contracts Administrator

Experience level

professional level

Industry

infrastructure

Location requirements

Perth, on-site work only

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

contract managementtenderingclaimscompliancenegotiation

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

contract managementtenderingclaimscompliancenegotiation
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Perth WA, Australia

On-site City