Senior Contract Administrator

The Role

SRG Global is seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Administrator to join our Port Melbourne team and play a key role in strengthening commercial capability across the business.

This is a hands-on role with genuine influence. Working closely with Project Managers and delivery teams, you'll take ownership of contractual and commercial matters across our Victorian and South Australian operations, while helping develop and upskill the wider project team.

You'll be involved across the post-award project lifecycle, managing contracts, variations, claims and commercial risks, while ensuring the team understands not just what needs to be done, but why it matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the commercial and contractual management of SRG Global Utilities projects across VIC and SA
• Manage head contract and subcontract administration, ensuring contractual obligations and notice requirements are met
• Take the lead on variations, claims, extensions of time and contractual issues
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities early and work with Project Managers to address them proactively
• Support the management and resolution of commercial issues, disputes and claims
• Work closely with subcontractors and head contractors to ensure contractual and commercial requirements are understood and managed
• Provide practical commercial guidance to Project Managers, Engineers and delivery teams
• Coach and develop Contracts Administrators and project team members, building stronger commercial capability across the business
• Help teams understand the commercial implications of their decisions and actions
• Maintain strong attention to detail across contract administration, notices, registers and contractual compliance
• Contribute to procurement and pre-contract activities when required
• Support continuous improvement in commercial and contract management practices across the Utilities business

The successful applicant will ideally have:

• Relevant qualification in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Business or Law (desirable)
• 3–5 years’ experience in a Contracts Administration or commercial role within the utilities, construction, engineering or infrastructure sectors
• Strong experience managing head contracts and subcontracts, including variations, claims, EOTs and contractual notices
• Sound understanding of contractual compliance, commercial risk and project financials
• Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work closely with Project Managers and delivery teams
• A proactive and hands-on approach, with strong attention to detail and the ability to identify and address issues early
• Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor and support junior team members and build commercial capability within a project team
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities

About Us

At SRG Utilities, we empower Australian communities by delivering essential services that support a safe, healthy, and fulfilling life. With over 40 years of experience, we’re big enough to tackle large-scale projects, yet small enough to ensure every contribution matters.

We specialize in utility infrastructure, including electrical, water, sewer, and gas pipelines, stormwater drainage, and water / sewer pump station construction. Our teams work hands-on, seeing firsthand the real-world impact of their efforts.

SRG Utilities is a place where you can challenge yourself, grow, and build a meaningful career. Our collaborative and driven people thrive on ownership and innovation, creating countless opportunities for personal and professional development.

We Offer:

• Mobile + Laptop
• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Novated leases.
• Professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• A Tool of Trade will be provided while working on-site

SRG Global fully support and promote organic growth within our organisation. This is an opportunity to gain further experience and career progression. 

SRG Global are dedicated to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.

Apply Now:

If you would like to join our team, please click the “apply” button now.

No Agency contact please – We do not accept unsolicited Agency CV’s. 

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