Senior Contracts Administrator

CPB Contractors, together with fellow CIMIC Group companies, UGL and EIC, is proud to be driving the ground-up development of a multi-megawatt data centre in Truganina in the western suburbs of Melbourne. As the trusted delivery partners for Coravel, a global digital infrastructure platform, we will be frontiering mission critical facilities and infrastructure. Our expertise will seamlessly integrate complex systems across mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire, power and telecommunications among much more.  

Our integration with Coravel, empowers this build to draw on the shared knowledge and aligned systems across an international network to bring global best practice to our region.  

The 80 MW data centre will consist of two adjoining 40MW data centres featuring complex internally integrated electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, fire protection, ICT and security​ systems. Construction will also involve extensive external inground services works, modular electrical equipment including HV / Fire protection facilities construction and civil finishing works​.

Your opportunity

We're looking for a Senior Contracts Administrator to join the team delivering a major data centre project.

This is a complex, large-scale build where strong commercial discipline, attention to detail and the ability to build relationships will be critical to success. You'll be joining an experienced project team and taking ownership of the contract administration function from procurement through to final account.

You’ll play a key role in the commercial performance of the project. From subcontract procurement and contract management to variations, forecasting and risk, you'll work closely with project leaders and subcontractors to help keep the project on track.

If you enjoy being close to the action, solving commercial challenges and contributing to the successful delivery of landmark projects, this is an opportunity to make your mark on one of Australia's fastest-growing sectors.

What you'll be doing

• Lead the administration of subcontractor and supplier contracts throughout the project lifecycle
• Manage variations, progress claims, subcontractor payments and contractual correspondence
• Support procurement activities, including tender evaluations, subcontractor engagement and negotiations
• Monitor project costs, budgets, forecasts and overall commercial performance
• Contribute to monthly reporting, cost reviews and financial forecasting
• Identify and manage commercial risks, opportunities and contractual issues
• Build strong working relationships with project teams, clients, subcontractors and suppliers
• Mentor and support junior members of the commercial team 

What you'll bring

• Proven experience as a Senior Contracts Administrator on major construction, infrastructure or engineering projects
• Strong knowledge of contract administration, procurement, variations and subcontract management
• Sound commercial acumen across budgeting, cost control, forecasting and reporting
• Experience identifying and managing contractual risk and commercial outcomes
• Exposure to Tier 1 or other large-scale complex projects will be highly regarded
• Strong stakeholder management, negotiation and communication skills
• The ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced project environment
• A degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a related discipline

We’re always looking for ways to make CPB Contractors a more rewarding place to work and offer a unique set of benefits, including:

• A rewarding career where we support your development, training and promote from within.
• Opportunities across all construction sectors so that there is always an opportunity suitable for the next stage in your career.
• Competitive remuneration and excellent benefits including a health and wellbeing program, discount portal and company-funded salary continuance insurance.
• Flexible work arrangements and a culture that values diversity and innovation.