Senior Contracts Administrator

About BMD BMD is Australia’s leading integrated engineering, construction and urban development business. As the largest privately owned civil contractor in Australia, BMD is at the forefront of excellence, with a growing international footprint extending to the Philippines and the United Kingdom. Driven by a purpose of powering futures and creating enduring legacies, we deliver complex infrastructure solutions that connect and transform communities.

For over 45 years, our diverse portfolio of projects and roles provides exceptional opportunities for our people to grow and make a lasting impact. As part of our team, you’ll help deliver challenging projects, supported by leadership within an inclusive people-first culture.

About the role

The Sky. Way Joint Venture (BMD & CPB Contractors) is delivering the Perth New Runway Project, a major infrastructure initiative involving construction of a new 3,000m runway and associated taxiway infrastructure. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a high-profile aviation project within a collaborative joint venture environment .

As a Senior Contracts Administrator , you will play a critical role in the commercial success of the project. Working within our high-performing delivery team, you will take ownership of the full contract lifecycle, ensuring strong commercial outcomes while protecting BMD’s contractual position. This role is suited to a commercially astute professional with experience on Tier 1 or Tier 2 infrastructure projects, comfortable operating in complex, fast-paced environments.

Key responsibilities

Managing the head contract and subcontract lifecycle from procurement through to close-out Leading subcontractor procurement, negotiations and award strategies Ensuring accurate cost forecasting, reporting and commercial risk management Driving the administration of claims, variations, EOTs and dispute resolution Maintaining strict compliance with contractual, legal and statutory obligations Providing commercial advice to Project Managers and leadership teams Building strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain partners About you Proven experience in a Senior Contracts Administrator role within Tier 1 or major Tier 2 contractors Demonstrated success delivering large-scale infrastructure projects (road, rail, water, energy or similar) Strong knowledge of Australian Standard contracts (AS2124, AS4000, GC21 or similar) and commercial frameworks Advanced capability across procurement, cost control, forecasting, and contract risk Expertise managing claims, variations, and negotiations in complex environments Excellent stakeholder engagement and leadership skills Tertiary qualifications in engineering, quantity surveying, law, commerce or a related discipline Benefits We believe our people do their best work when they feel supported — personally and professionally.

That’s why we offer benefits that go beyond the basics: grow your career with specialised learning and development programs be recognised at our annual employee awards event and through our Thrive reward and recognition platform prioritise wellbeing with mental health support and discounted gym access support your family with paid parental leave for primary and secondary carers and flexible work arrangements available access perks with novated leasing, specialised Power Perks and discounts with hundreds of retailers.

Diversity and inclusion We recognise that we are strengthened by diversity, and we embrace differences as an equal opportunity employer providing a flexible and inclusive workplace. So, join our team, be yourself and help us power futures and create legacies. We’re a purpose and values-led business guided by our values of family, empowered, collaborative and driven.

For further details on what makes BMD unique, head to https://www.bmdgroup.global/careers