Contract Administrator

Ready to step into a role where you can make a visible impact? Downer is looking for a driven Contracts Administrator to support our Queensland Maintenance & ITS business with high-quality commercial and contract expertise. Based at Brisbane Airport, this permanent opportunity will see you working with a team focused on growth, partnering closely with delivery leaders, and taking ownership of end-to-end contract administration from pre-contract activities through to successful project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development of procurement strategies, prepare and evaluate supplier/subcontractor RFQs, and help negotiate commercial terms that set projects up for success.
• Own the preparation and management of contract documentation, including variations, extensions of time (EOTs) and claims, while maintaining robust registers and ensuring contractual compliance.
• Contribute to project handovers, develop commercial management plans, and provide practical commercial advice that helps delivery teams perform at their best throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Proactively identify and assess risks and claims, work with legal and commercial stakeholders on resolution strategies, and support dispute resolution to protect project outcomes.
• Build strong, collaborative relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders (clients and subcontractors), keeping communication clear and momentum strong across every phase of delivery.

What you’ll bring

• Minimum 3 years experience as a Contract Administrator (or a similar commercial/contract role).

• A strong understanding of contract terms and conditions, with confidence navigating the commercial and legal factors that influence project delivery.

• Proven experience managing post-contract award deliverables, ensuring requirements are captured, tracked and closed out.

• Experience in construction programming and scheduling, building and maintaining project programmes, tracking progress, and producing clear updates to support on-time delivery.

• Strong negotiation and influencing skills, with the ability to bring others along to achieve the right outcome.

• Well-developed analytical, planning and prioritisation skills.

• A track record of building and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external clients and stakeholders.

• A collaborative approach, you communicate openly, work well in teams, and look for smarter ways to improve how we deliver.

Downer is a company that believes people are our greatest asset. We take pride in providing career opportunities, work-life balance, and above benchmark services. We also offer a range of benefits including:

• Proud to be recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for all women.
• Enjoy career development opportunities, including leadership programs like Thrive and Own Career.
• Be part of an industry-leading company committed to safety, innovation and operational excellence.
• Access to Perks@Downer, which offers discounts and savings on various products, including retail items, travel deals and entertainment options.

To join the Downer team please “apply now”. We respectfully request no recruitment agency approaches. Please be advised that email applications will not be accepted. 

Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.

At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities. Downer’s Transport & Infrastructure business manages and maintains road networks across Australia and New Zealand, with civil and commercial construction in New Zealand. We are an integrated trans-Tasman team with a leading portfolio of products and services. By sharing our capabilities and insights across our regions we achieve the best technical solutions for our customers’ challenges, and for our communities.