We're currently recruiting for a Contract Administrator to join a growing organisation delivering projects across the infrastructure and construction sector.

This is a full-time, permanent role based in Melbourne's south-eastern suburbs, offering the opportunity to take ownership of post-award contract administration across major projects.

Roles and Responsibilities

- Administer head contracts throughout the post-award project phase
- Prepare payment schedules and manage variations, amendments and deadlines
- Draft and manage Notices of Variation, Notices of Delay and contractual correspondence
- Assist with drafting, negotiating and executing subcontract agreements and departures
- Manage subcontractor claims, commercial compliance and accurate contract records

Skills and Requirements

- Contract administration experience within construction, civil infrastructure, rail, transport, utilities, resources, defence, engineering or other project-based industries




- Solid knowledge of head contracts and subcontract administration, including variations, progress claims, payment schedules, delays and contractual notices
- Strong commercial awareness with the ability to interpret contracts, identify risks, manage deadlines and draft contractual correspondence
- Tier 1 experience is highly regarded; candidates from Tier 2 contractors, specialist subcontractors, FRP, residential construction or similarly complex contracting environments are also encouraged to apply

About Us Yakama provides consultants, contractors and recruitment services across Australia's energy, infrastructure and government sectors, from individual hires to project teams, across administrative, professional and leadership roles.

Apply now to talk to one of our team!

📌 Contract Administrator – Infrastructure (Melbourne)
🏢 Yakama
📍 Melbourne