Contracts Administrator

About DCOH

Founded in 1987, DCOH is a seasoned construction and development firm operating within the residential, commercial, hospitality, and real estate sectors. The company is known for managing complex projects successfully, including prestigious achievements like the Charles Darwin University Danala Education and Community Precinct, which earned the 2025 National Master Builders Award of Excellence. Operating mainly in the Northern Territory and Victoria, DCOH prioritizes build quality, program reliability, and strong on-site management to deliver value for clients, partners, and communities.

Role Overview

This role, based in Darwin, provides essential support for the commercial and contractual aspects of construction projects. Key areas include procurement, contract administration, cost supervision, and project coordination to ensure smooth project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage subcontract agreements from procurement through to project close-out.
• Support administration of head contracts and subcontract obligations, ensuring compliance with contract terms.
• Prepare, evaluate, and administer variations, extensions of time, contractual notices, and progress claims.
• Create scope of work documents, tender documentation, and procurement packages.
• Coordinate subcontractor tendering, evaluate tenders, and assist in recommendations.
• Monitor and report on project budgets, commitments, and expenses, supporting cost tracking and forecasting.
• Maintain commercial registers, procurement and payment schedules, and project documentation.
• Assist in preparing head contract claims, final accounts, and related commercial paperwork.
• Identify contractual and commercial risks and help resolve related issues.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors on contractual and commercial concerns.
• Oversee procurement activities, subcontractor deliverables, and critical project milestones.
• Keep detailed contract records, registers, correspondences, and commercial documentation organized.
• Support project teams to maintain accurate commercial and project records.
• Participate in project and commercial meetings, fostering clear communication between delivery and commercial teams.
• Build positive working relationships with stakeholders, contributing to a productive, professional, and team-oriented environment.

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Commerce, Law, or a related field.
• Between 2 to 5 years of experience in roles such as Contracts Administrator, Contract Support, Commercial Administrator, or similar within the construction industry.
• Strong understanding of contract administration, procurement methods, and cost control principles.
• Experienced in managing subcontractors, handling variations, progress claims, and procurement tasks.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills paired with strong attention to detail.
• Capability to manage multiple priorities efficiently.
• Proficient with JobPac, Microsoft Office, and project management or document control systems.
• Able to perform effectively in fast-paced project environments.

Application Details

If you wish to apply for this position, please prepare your CV and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and experience relevant to the criteria above.