Contracts Administrator

at  ACCIONA

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 45,500 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.
Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure, and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.
Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure, and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.
Job Description
The Project
The Eastern Busway is a significant project that is about more than just better transport. It will increase access to jobs and education, connect people to social and community opportunities, attract investment and growth, enable urban development, and help reduce emissions.
Its efficient services will give nearby communities some great options for cycling, walking or using the bus, and it will be a vital part of the public transport network in Tāmaki Makaurau for decades to come.

Benefits

• Annual Bonus
• Local leadership and global expertise
• Genuine Career Development within a Tier 1 contractor
• Strong Culture, Inclusive and Support Environment
• Passionate about innovation and continuous improvement
• Strong commitment to economic, environmental, and social progress

The Opportunity
The Contracts Administrator will ensure effective administration of allocated subcontracts through all phases of the project, as per the Alliance requirements.

Key Accountabilities for the position will be:

• Collate and review and maintain site records for adequacy and accuracy for use in preparation of reports, variations and claims.
• Prepare (with input from engineering and construction) monthly liability / valuation schedules and final cost forecasts for use in financial reports
• Prepare (and/or assist in) the identification, preparation, issue, review, recommendation, award and closure of assigned packages with detailed input from the engineering and construction team
• Assists in the management with resolving contractual claims/ disputes and where applicable, coordinate and brief to external legal counsel and liaison with insurance representatives
• Ensures that all financial obligations of the contract are adequately covered and project risk is minimised

Required Skills and Competencies

• Tertiary Qualification in a related field Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Legal, Construction Management or similar
• Minimum 3 years experience in similar role ideally in the Building, Infrastructure or Energy environment
• Effective communication skills – both verbal and written, and the ability to communicate with a variety of people.
• Intermediate Microsoft Suite experience

As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.
Applicants must be a New Zealand Resident/Citizen or hold appropriate work rights to work in New Zealand

Please refer the Job description for details