About the Job

We are a values-driven organisation. As a Contract Administrator, you will manage contracts exceeding $100 million, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and commercial success. You’ll work in a safe, close-knit team where relationships and experience are valued, overseeing contract administration, negotiations, and performance management.

Further information can be found in the attached PD – Contract Administrator.pdf

About Sustainable Infrastructure

The Sustainable Infrastructure group is dedicated to maximising value for customers and the community by developing innovative and optimised infrastructure plans, and overseeing the planning, construction, delivery, and maintenance of water and sewerage assets across the state and business.

In addition, your responsibilities will include:

• Administer contracts, manage variations, and process claims.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms, financial controls, and governance.
• Verify payment claims, pricing, and scope accuracy.
• Negotiate with suppliers and manage contract performance.
• Conduct field assessments to monitor contract execution.
• Provide reporting, analysis, and insights to management.
• Train and support project teams on contract processes.

Your success in this role will come from:

• Minimum 5 years experience managing $100M+ infrastructure contracts within the Australian commercial landscape.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Expertise in contract management, procurement, and compliance.
• Attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and contract systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively and drive outcomes.

About the Company 

SA Water is a successful, modern water utility wholly owned by the Government of South Australia. We employ more than 1,700 people across a broad range of disciplines who operate more than $14 billion worth of infrastructure to deliver essential water and sewerage services to more than 1.8 million South Australians.

We operate in a geographically and climatically diverse service area, with sites and locations from Ceduna through to Port Augusta, the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands, across to the Riverland, down to Mount Gambier, and most places in between.

Our strength and expertise have been shaped by our history. For more than 165 years, South Australians have depended on us to innovate and deliver efficient and sustainable water services. With nationally and internationally recognised industry expertise, we’re focused on understanding and meeting our customers’ expectations.

As well as safely delivering smart and reliable services for our customers of today, we innovate to shape the water solutions of the future that will support thriving economies and healthy communities.

We are driven by our values; we value our people, we do work that matters, we keep it real, we know that our work has impact and we are future focussed. Staying true to our values ensures that we consistently deliver positive outcomes for all South Australians.

To apply, click 'Apply'. Please submit and complete the application form, upload a cover letter and current resume. For enquiries, please contact Brit from the Talent Acquisition team brit.lee@sawater.com.au

Applications close 4pm, 22nd May 2025.

A great customer experience is best achieved by having a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from everyone, including people living with disability, job seekers of all ages, members of the LGBTQ+ community, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

Our Industry is like no other. Dive into the wonderful world of water and explore the boundless opportunities. Learn more about the water industry at careersinwater.com.au

Please note: We request that recruitment agencies do not submit candidates for this position, as they will not be accepted.