Location: Project based, Northern Territory
Job Category: Construction & Project Management
Sitzler is seeking a Senior Contract Administrator to join our team in a FIFO role in the Northern Territory. This is a permanent, full-time position where you will play a key role in the successful delivery of major construction projects. This position is responsible for end‐to‐end contract administration, including management of head contracts and subcontract packages, oversight of variations, progress claims and commercial reporting, and working closely with project leadership to protect value, manage risk and drive strong commercial outcomes across the full project lifecycle.
Job Description
About the role
* Play a key role in the successful delivery of a remote construction projectin a FIFO 3:1 roster, providing consistent on‐site commercial leadership
* Work closely with Project Managers and the wider leadership team to support commercial decision‐making in a remote project setting, while providing guidance and oversight to Contract Administrators on site
Key responsibilities
* Manage the administration of head contracts in accordance with contractual requirements, timeframes and procedures
* Lead the preparation and submission of progress claims, variations, delay claims and other contractual entitlements
* Oversee subcontract procurement, including tendering, negotiation, award and execution of subcontract agreements
* Administer subcontract packages, including assessment of claims, variations, extensions of time and final accounts
* Provide day‐to‐day leadership, mentoring and support to Contract Administrators, ensuring consistency and compliance in contract administration practices
* Ensure all contractual notices and correspondence are issued accurately and within required timeframes
* Monitor and manage commercial risk, protecting contractual position and maximising value recovery on remote projects
* Provide accurate commercial reporting, forecasting and cost‐to‐complete analysis
* Support cash flow management through timely claims and payment tracking
* Maintain contract registers, procurement schedules and commercial documentation
* Work collaboratively with site teams, consultants, clients and subcontractors to resolve contractual issues
* Ensure compliance with legislative, contractual and corporate requirements, including Security of Payment obligations
Desired Skills and Experience
Qualifications and Requirements
* Applicants must be Australian Citizens and be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Government Defence Security Clearance(DCAC)
* Recognised Diploma or Degree or minimum of 7 years in the construction industry with middle level experience on major projects
* Nationally Recognised Construction Induction (White card)
* Drivers Licence
* Ability to work effectively in a remote FIFO environment with a high level of autonomy
Skills and Experience
Considered necessary to do the job effectively:
* Complete understanding of: Construction materials and methods, contract law, management skills, and risk management and negotiation skills
* Sound knowledge of: Contract administration principles and procedures, managing time and resources effectively
* Good verbal communication skills, ability to write clearly and concisely
* High level of attention to detail
* Minimum of 7 years in the construction industry with middle level experience on major projects, and as a Contract Administrator for 5 years
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