Contracts Administrator | Civil Projects

Appoint Recruit · Brisbane QLD 4000 · Full time
Posted 12d ago

Contracts Administrator | Civil Projects

Appoint Recruit
~$80k - $100k(Estimated)
KEY POINTS WE FOUND
  • Administer contracts, subcontracts and supplier agreements
  • Manage variations, contractual notices, claims and extensions of time
  • Support commercial negotiations and dispute resolution

  • Diverse portfolio of civil projects
  • Brisbane-based role with exposure to multiple regions
  • Autonomy, senior commercial support and career development

The Opportunity Appoint is partnering with a leading Australian civil contractor to recruit a Contracts Administrator for its Brisbane-based Contracts & Commercial team.

You'll support project teams across QLD, NT and WA, managing contractual obligations, mitigating commercial risks and supporting successful project delivery across a diverse portfolio.
This is an opportunity to broaden your commercial experience, work closely with senior commercial leaders and make a meaningful contribution to projects that protect the environment and communities.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Administer contracts, subcontracts and supplier agreements
  • Review and negotiate terms and conditions
  • Manage variations, contractual notices, claims and extensions of time
  • Support commercial negotiations and dispute resolution
  • Monitor contractual compliance and identify commercial risks
  • Partner with project teams to achieve practical, commercially sound outcomes

About You
You'll be a confident, commercially minded Contracts Administrator with:

  • 3+ years' experience in construction, civil contracting or a project-based environment
  • Experience managing contracts, variations, claims and subcontractors
  • An understanding of Australian contract law and commercial risk
  • Strong communication, organisation and stakeholder management skills
  • A proactive, collaborative and solutions-focused approach

A relevant qualification in Law, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or Contract Administration is desirable. Environmental or civil infrastructure experience will be advantageous.
Why Apply?

  • Work across a diverse portfolio of meaningful environmental and civil projects
  • Enjoy autonomy and exposure to senior commercial leadership
  • Access professional development and career progression opportunities
  • Benefit from four additional paid Wellbeing Days, flexible work arrangements and an Employee Assistance Program

Apply Now - Ready to take the next step in your contracts career?
Click Quick Apply or contact Adam Shaw on 0415 596 345 for a confidential discussion.
Reference number: 1763092
Profession:ConstructionOther (Construction)

Company: Appoint Recruit
Date posted: 12th Oct, 2026

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Skills

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Australian contract lawCivil infrastructure experienceClaims managementConstruction managementContract managementContract negotiationsLegal knowledge in constructionOrganisation skillsProactive problem solvingStakeholder managementSubcontractor managementVariations management

Perks & benefits

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Employee assistance programFlexible work arrangementsFour additional paid wellbeing days

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