Position Information
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Region
Newcastle, NSW
Classification
Professionals
Date Posted
13-Feb-2026
Description & Requirements
Following the continued growth and success of the business, Zenviron have a permanent position available for an experienced Contracts Administrator to work across our operations, based in the Newcastle Head office. Reporting to the Procurement and Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for supporting activities related to the provision of construction and subcontractor contract management.
If you are a highly motivated Contracts Administrator who wants to be a part of key growth across the renewables sector, come and join the inclusive and high performing Zenviron team.
Key Responsibilities Will Include
Supporting the Procurements and Contracts Manager with the commercial and contractual aspects of tendering, negotiating, awarding and managing all subcontracts and major purchase orders
Supporting and providing advice to project team members on compliance with commercial requirements of head contracts, subcontracts, supply & consultancy agreements, quality and HSE policies, guidelines, and project-specific procedures.
Compilation and preparation of site progress claims to the client and management of the process, ensuring timely payments
Production and coordination of head contract variation, extension of time and latent conditions claims
Management of subcontractor progress claims, variations, and extension of time claims.
Highlighting any major commercial or contractual risks or issues to the relevant Project Managers and assisting in providing an optimum solution
Analysing and utilising project cost reports and cash flow forecasts as directed by the Procurement and Contracts Manager and Project Managers
What We Are Looking For
A tertiary qualification in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or Construction Management (highly regarded)
Construction/resource industry experience from contractor or client side
Experience in contract administration role (2+ years' experience in a similar role)
Understanding of contract law, statutory and legal obligations, particularly the requirements of the Security of Payments legislation
Experience in variation to contract and extension of time claims
Experience in cost and subcontractor claims management
Experience in document & cost management systems (e.g. Procore, PayApps etc.) desirable
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare written correspondence, reports and instructions
Thorough knowledge of contractual documentation and procedures
Proof of right to work in Australia.
To be successful in this role you will require well-developed interpersonal skills to assist you in building effective internal stakeholder relationships, whilst you will demonstrate a team orientated approach to work and commitment to continuous improvement. Through utilising your time management skills you will have the ability to manage multiple aspects of work concurrently, and for this we offer an attractive remuneration package.
We are committed to our philosophy of Empowering People and encourage innovation and creative thinking. We embrace the benefits of employing hardworking people from rich and varied backgrounds, so we encourage applications that contribute to our diverse workplace.
We understand the importance of recognising each and every member of staff, that's why at Zenviron your talents will be encouraged to make a valued contribution to the project and the organisation.
About Us
Zenviron is a joint venture between Monadelphous and ZEM Energy and is a market leading engineering, procurement, and construction services contractor, specialising in the design and construction of large-scale renewable energy projects in Australia.