Barpa Pty Ltd is a majority Indigenous owned commercial construction company. The core of our business is the construction of technical and complex facilities, which incorporate innovative design. Many of these construction projects are managed within a live operational environment and require careful and detailed planning.

Our clients include various Federal and State Government departments, Universities, Councils, Not for Profits, Private Companies and Tier One contractors.

The Contracts Administrator plays a significant part in effectively monitoring, reporting, and reviewing all project administrative and financial procedures and controls. They are responsible for ensuring that all aspects of the project's contractual management requirements are met, ensuring timely project delivery, adherence to contractual obligations, and successful achievement of the company's project objectives.

Responsibilities

• Administer head and subcontract agreements, ensuring formal engagement before commencement
• Manage variations, progress claims, tax invoices, and security of payment matters efficiently
• Oversee procurement and tender processes, ensuring alignment with budgets, approvals, and project timelines
• Maintain accurate financial tracking, including forecasting and timely account processing
• Support contract compliance and documentation, working closely with the Project Manager to meet reporting and delivery milestones
  
  

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field
• 4+ years’ experience as a Contracts Administrator on projects valued $1M–$20M across Defence, Education, Health, and Commercial sectors
• Proficient with contract administration tools and software
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Proactive, adaptable, and able to work both independently and within fast-paced team environments
  
  

Benefits and perks:

• Access to our EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Excellent Leave Polices that include purchased Annual Leave, Work Life Balance Days, Community Days and generous Parental Leave scheme
• Collaborative and values-based workplace culture
• Sporting and Social events
• Professional Memberships
• Discounts on Travel, Retail and Health
  
  

*Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islanders and Veterans are encouraged to apply*

Recruiters, please note we are not engaging agency support for this role and do not accept unsolicited resumes. Any CVs sent via agencies will be disregarded and candidates may approached directly.