Assistant Contract Administrator

CIMIC Group is seeking an experienced Assistant Contracts Administrator to manage project cost control, collate financial reports and provide procurement support, as well as assisting with the management of subcontracts. 

About the Role

Manage project cost control, revenue management, forecasting and general project financial administration requirements, assist in preparations and negotiate with sub-contractors for the calling of quotations and letting of contracts.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Assisting in the collation of financial report requirements.

• Managing re-charge accounts through project required programmes (e.g. Virtual Superintendent, JDE), reconciling financial data, providing supporting documentation for approvals, dispute management and invoicing.

• Assisting in managing the procurement of externally hired assets; including reconciling financial data, reviewing invoices for approval.

• Executing external hire agreements, service contracts and plant hire agreements.

• Assisting in the management of subcontracts and variations. 

• Assisting in cost reporting, procurement support and subcontractor forecasting. 

• Operating and maintaining commercial and contract systems including JDE.

• Assisting in cost forecasting for allocation of subcontracts and ensuring cost codes are accurately maintained, keeping project management teams abreast of any cost issues immediately upon identification.

• Assessing commercial and contractual risks involved in delivery and implementation of projects and identify and implement controls.

• Ensuring all activities comply with legal, professional and ethical standards.

About CIMIC

CIMIC Group is an engineering led services, construction and natural resources leader with a proud history dating back to 1899. Powered by 30,000 people, we deliver high‑value and sustainable solutions across the lifecycle of assets, infrastructure and resources projects in around 20 countries.

Through CPB Contractors, Leighton Asia, UGL, Sedgman, Thiess, Pacific Partnerships and EIC Activities, CIMIC delivers projects that shape communities, support economic growth and create long-term value.

Our people are highly valued, collaborative and committed to excellence. We live by our core principles of integrity, accountability, innovation and delivery – underpinned by an unwavering commitment to safety.

About You – Qualifications & Experience

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Tertiary (Bachelor) degree in Engineering, Commerce, Accounting, Business, Law or associated disciplines preferable

• Contracts/procurement experience

• Experience within the construction, mining & resources, rail, transport,  or engineering industries (project experience) preferable 

• Knowledge of relevant legislation

• Knowledge of commercial, compliance and reporting procedures and processes including Project Cost Reporting (PCR) and Asset Register

• Knowledge of records management procedures and record, register and version control

• Experience in reporting on contract and commercial performance and compliance