Senior Contracts Manager

Based in our Brisbane office at Fortitude Valley, there is an exciting opportunity to join Georgiou a Senior Contracts Manager for our Contracts Management and Legal Team (CML).

The Senior Contracts Manager will provide senior‑level contract management and commercial leadership across major infrastructure and building projects, leading risk, claims, and compliance activities, partnering closely with in‑house and legal stakeholders, and ensuring contractual obligations are effectively managed from tender through to final account and close‑out.

Why You’ll Love Working Here
At Georgiou, now proudly part of STRABAG SE, one of Europe’s largest construction technology groups, you’ll join a business where local expertise meets global opportunity. For nearly 50 years, we’ve built Australia’s infrastructure and our reputation for being the best people to work with.

With Georgiou’s local knowledge and experience and STRABAG’s forward-thinking innovation, we’re delivering projects that connect communities, develop people, and set new industry benchmarks, all while staying true to the culture and values that make Georgiou unique.

• Build impact that lasts – work on iconic projects shaping Australian communities.
• Grow without limits – access world-class training, mentoring, and career pathways across Australia and STRABAG’s global network.
• Flexibility that works for you – enjoy wellbeing leave, paid parental leave, and support to help you stay connected to life beyond work.
• Belong and be supported – inclusive facilities like free hygiene products, parental and prayer rooms, and wellbeing programs.
• A culture that cares – our values of Care, Integrity, and Excellence guide everything we do.
• Reward for your work – competitive packages, annual reviews, and access to the Georgiou Perks discounts platform.

What you’ll do (but not limited to):

• Play a leadership role in the provision of industry-leading in-house contract management services to operative colleagues on multiple projects – mainly Georgiou Group.
• Liaise closely with legal colleagues from CML in advising operative colleagues.
• Support the operative to ensure legal accountabilities and contractual obligations are met and delivered in accordance with the contract terms and specifications.
• Manage risk and compliance activities
• Lead the review the Employer’s Requirements, Specifications, Scope, Contract Data and Works Information and associated information and highlight any deficiencies / omissions etc.
• Perform contract risk analysis for tender purposes.
• Manage the coordination and preparation of major contractual correspondence, submittals, referrals and other contractual documentation.
• Lead in investigating and addressing contractual issues, including disputes, claims, variations and the like.
• Lead in building up operative major contractual claims.
• Liaise with CML Legal in preparing for and managing all aspects of contractual claims submission and all forms of dispute resolution.
• Support the operative in ensuring completion of structured contract closure / discharge.

What you’re good at:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Law or similar related discipline from an internationally accredited university / technical college or similar institution.
• Minimum of 15+ years’ post graduate experience in contract management / administration, scheduler in the construction industry on major international or national construction projects.
• Expert knowledge of project programming, forensic program analysis and scheduling & quantum
• Good working knowledge of standard Australian construction law/regulations/practices.
• Self-motivated, persistent, and flexible, with a strong emphasis on a team approach.
• Experience in investigating and managing contractual issues, including disputes and claims.

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team

We welcome applicants of all cultures, backgrounds and identities; people with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and current or former members of the Australian Defence Force, including veterans and reservists.

If you share our values, are driven by teamwork and innovation, and are looking to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you.