At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities.
About the Team
Downer's Transport & Infrastructure business manages and maintains road networks across Australia and New Zealand, with civil and commercial construction in New Zealand. We are an integrated trans‐Tasman team with a leading portfolio of products and services. By sharing our capabilities and insights across our regions we achieve the best technical solutions for our customers' challenges, and for our communities.
Job Description
We're seeking a detail‐focused Contract Administrator to support the effective administration and governance of head‐contracts and subcontracts across our transport infrastructure operations.
Reporting to the Contracts Manager, this role plays a critical part in ensuring contractual compliance, entitlement protection, and accurate contract administration throughout the contract lifecycle.
Key responsibilities
* Administer head‐contract and subcontract obligations in line with contract conditions
* Maintain and control contractual registers, correspondence logs and document records
* Coordinate contractual notices, variations and time‐bar requirements
* Monitor response deadlines and proactively escalate contractual risks or non‐compliance
* Support contractual governance, audits and assurance activities
* Maintain traceable, audit‐ready contractual records and document control systems
* Support the Contract Manager with contractual reporting and compliance advice
* Act as a contractual interface between delivery, commercial and finance teams
What you'll bring
* Experience in contract or commercial administration within infrastructure or services
* Strong working knowledge of head‐contract and subcontract administration
* Experience managing contractual notices, variations, registers and time bars
* High attention to detail with excellent document control and register management skills
* Strong written and verbal communication skills for formal contractual correspondence
* Ability to identify and elevate contractual risks and compliance issues
* A collaborative, accountable and governance‐focused mindset
Benefits
* Career development opportunities, including leadership programs like Thrive and Own Career
* Make a real impact on the performance and sustainability of critical infrastructure
* Work with a collaborative, forward‐thinking team that values innovation and continuous improvement
* Be part of a culture that values safety, integrity, and excellence in everything we do
Contact: Alicia Jacobson – Talent and Sourcing Business Partner, E: Alicia.Jacobson@downergroup.com
Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.
Job Info
* Job Identification 731205
* Job Category Commercial Contracts and Procurement
* Posting Date 04/07/2026, 03:40 AM
* Locations West Pennant Hills, NSW, Australia
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