Overview
Categories: Administration and Finance, Civil Engineering, Legal, Purchasing, Commercial Site Administration, Construction Management
Advertised: 18 May 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 14 Jun 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time
About BMD
BMD is Australia's leading integrated engineering, construction and urban development business. As the largest privately owned civil contractor in Australia, BMD is at the forefront of excellence.
Over a 45-year history, BMD has grown to become a $2billion operation, now sharing our expertise internationally in the Philippines and the UK.
The Role
Due to sustained growth in South Australia, we are seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Administrator to support the successful delivery of significant civil infrastructure projects across the state.
Reporting to the Project Director, you will play a key role in the commercial management of our SA projects - ensuring contracts are administered effectively, risks are managed, and project outcomes are optimised.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead contract administration activities across major infrastructure projects
* Prepare, review, and manage subcontract packages and procurement processes
* Administer head contract obligations, including variations, claims, and EOTs
* Manage subcontractor performance, payments, and commercial negotiations
* Provide commercial advice to the project team and support decision-making
* Identify, assess, and mitigate contractual and commercial risks
* Ensure compliance with contractual, legal, and company requirements
About You
You're a commercially astute Contracts Administrator ready to step into a senior role, or an experienced Senior CA looking for your next challenge.
You will bring:
* Proven experience in contract administration within civil infrastructure or construction projects
* Strong knowledge of head and subcontract conditions (e.g. AS contracts)
* Demonstrated ability to manage variations, claims, and cost control
* Excellent negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills
* High attention to detail and a proactive, solutions-driven mindset
* Tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying or similar
What We Offer
At BMD, we value our people and foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. You'll benefit from:
* Opportunities to work on major South Australian infrastructure projects
* A supportive team environment with strong leadership
* Career development pathways and structured mentoring
* A diverse and inclusive workplace where your contribution matters
* Competitive salary package and long-term job security
Ready to build your future with us?
Apply now and be part of a team that's shaping the infrastructure of tomorrow.
We recognise that we are strengthened by diversity, and we embrace differences as an equal opportunity employer providing a flexible and inclusive workplace.
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