Senior Contract Administrator

About Turner & Townsend

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services firm employing over 22,000 individuals across 60+ countries. We partner with clients in real estate, infrastructure, energy, and natural resources to transform projects and programs, turning challenges into successful outcomes that enhance lives. Our expertise spans programme, project, cost, asset, and commercial management, alongside procurement, supply chain, net zero, and digital solutions. Majority owned by CBRE Group, Inc., we collaborate to deliver leading programme, project, and cost management worldwide.

Role Overview

The Senior Contract Administrator plays a pivotal role in overseeing contract administration during both construction and operational phases on a significant light rail infrastructure programme. This position entails managing Consultancy and Advisor Contracts, ensuring smooth execution according to contractual obligations.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive contract administration support for a major rail infrastructure project, focusing on construction and operational transition phases.
• Lead administration of Consultancy and Advisor Contracts, guaranteeing compliance and effective management.
• Manage the contract manual, processes, and procedures related to claims, coordination of meetings, and communication; ensure timely resolution or escalation of issues.
• Maintain organized filing and documentation systems for accurate record keeping and audit readiness.
• Supervise financial management procedures adhering to defined processes and maintain precise financial records.
• Identify and implement suitable contract administration systems (e.g., CEMAR) during procurement stages.
• Assess, identify, and mitigate risks associated with construction and operational phases.
• Perform additional duties as assigned in the course of the role.

Qualifications & Experience

• Over 10 years of experience in contract administration, including at least 5 years leading contract administration through all project lifecycle stages within high-value metro rail or similarly complex projects.
• Experienced with large Public-Private Partnership (PPP) contracts.
• Proven capability handling commercial agreements and legal contract risk awareness; skilled in drafting complex, bespoke contract terms and commercial conditions across supply, service, and framework agreements.
• Demonstrated leadership in promoting best practices in technical activities, policies, procedures, and standards.
• Deep understanding of design and delivery requirements in technical architectural, engineering, and construction projects.
• Skilled in stakeholder engagement at all organizational levels, influencing process improvements and supporting project delivery and reporting.
• Knowledgeable in quality management and process improvement systems, preferably within the construction sector.

Key Skills

• Strong contractor relationship management at both executive and operational tiers.
• Capability to oversee technical outputs to enhance efficiency.
• Excellent verbal and written communication as well as interpersonal skills.
• Ability to govern contract processes and drive high quality service outcomes.

Additional Information and Benefits

• Permanent full-time role based onsite.
• Competitive salary package with extensive benefits.
• Pension scheme participation.
• 23 days annual leave plus 2 company days and 1 volunteering day annually.
• Engagement in impactful, innovative projects.
• Global career development opportunities.
• Work environment fostering diversity, collaboration, and talent.

Our culture embraces our values and supports work-life balance through a healthy, flexible working environment. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, encouraging candidates from all communities to apply.

Recruitment Policy

Turner & Townsend prohibits candidates from paying any fees related to recruitment. Only authorized agencies with formal agreements can submit candidates. Unsolicited resumes submitted via our website or email become our property and are not subject to agency fees.