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You will work closely with project teams to ensure contractual compliance, protect Downer's commercial interests, and drive positive project outcomes.\nWhat you’ll do\nManaging day to day administration of head contracts and downstream agreements \nDrafting, reviewing and negotiating subcontract terms and conditions \nManaging contractual correspondence, claims, variations and commercial matters \nSupporting project teams with commercial strategies and risk management initiatives \nDeveloping and maintaining project registers, including risk, delay and variation registers \nCoordinating payment claims, invoicing and collections under contract \nMonitoring contractual compliance across subcontractors and suppliers \nSupporting procurement and project controls activities \nPreparing accurate commercial reports and project reviews \nBuilding and maintaining strong client, supplier and stakeholder relationships \nContributing to project close out and lessons learned activities\nWhat we offer\nCompetitive remuneration with a significant ASX-listed company\nStructured career paths with the opportunity to work in different areas of the Utilities business, supported by a robust Commercial Operating Model\nOpportunity to work on nationally significant energy infrastructure projects\n20 days on, 8 days off FIFO roster\nA suite of health and wellness benefits and initiatives, including EAP Beyond Blue\nRetail discounts with major retailers, Dell, Good Guys, Samsung, Specsavers & ANZ\nWe are a Tier 1 ASX listed company with in-house capabilities that far exceed traditional contractor environments\nWhat we’re looking for\nDegree qualifications in Business, Quantity Surveying, Law, Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience \nMore than 7 years' experience in a Contract Administrator position within construction, utilities, energy or major projects \nStrong knowledge of Australian construction contracts and contract administration principles \nDemonstrated experience preparing, administering and negotiating contracts \nStrong understanding of commercial, legal, risk and project management principles \nExcellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills \nExperience managing contractual claims, variations and dispute resolution processes \nStrong analytical, planning and financial management capabilities \nHigh attention to detail and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment \nA collaborative, proactive and results focused approach\nAbout Energy & Utilities\nDowner's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. 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