AECOM

Contract Administrator

AECOM$75K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6+ years of experience in contract administration, procurement, or commercial roles in project-based environments
  • Hands-on experience managing contracts from start to finish, especially in construction or infrastructure
  • Prior experience negotiating contract terms and managing risk allocation

Responsibilities

  • Manage contract equipment packages from award through delivery
  • Coordinate the flow of materials and equipment to align with project schedules
  • Collaborate with Procurement and Project Management to meet milestones
  • Work with various teams to resolve technical and commercial issues
  • Expedite supplier documentation and oversee submittals
  • Coordinate inspections and respond to RFIs while updating project teams and clients
  • Review and approve payment applications on behalf of clients
  • Issue Change Orders and ensure adherence to contractual requirements

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Paid time off and leave options
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Employee assistance program
  • Retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan
Full Job Description
Job Description

Are you a detail-loving, fast-moving, take-charge professional who thrives on accountability and teamwork? Do you enjoy keeping complex projects on track while collaborating with diverse teams? If so, we want to hear from you!

AECOM is seeking a Contract Administrator to join our team in a hybrid position. This role is ideal for someone ready to step in, take ownership of contract equipment packages, and help drive major projects forward. This is an excellent opportunity for a keen go-getter who thrives on responsibility, enjoys solving problems, and wants to make a tangible impact on high-value, water infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities include:
  • Take ownership of contract equipment packages from award through delivery
  • Coordinate and monitor the flow of materials and equipment to meet project schedules
  • Collaborate with Procurement and Project Management teams to align deliveries with key milestones
  • Work closely with Project Managers, Design Teams, Clients, and Suppliers to resolve technical and commercial issues
  • Expedite supplier documentation and manage submittals
  • Coordinate inspections, respond to RFIs, and provide regular updates to the project team and client
  • Review and approve payment applications on behalf of Client
  • Issue Change Orders, Change Directives, and Site Instructions in accordance with client processes
  • Ensure compliance with contractual delivery terms and overall project requirements


Qualifications

Requirements:
  • 6+ years of experience in contract administration, procurement, or commercial roles within project-based environments (or equivalent)
  • Hands-on experience managing contracts from start to finish, ideally in construction, engineering, infrastructure, or water and wastewater projects
  • Prior experience negotiating contract terms, commercial agreements, and risk allocation

Preferred Qualifications:
  • A solid understanding of how construction projects come together-from shop drawing reviews through construction, start-up, commissioning, and closeout
  • A natural team player who can adapt to changing priorities, make sound decisions under pressure, and stay calm when working with a variety of stakeholders
  • A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with strong communication and problem-solving skills
  • Able to work independently while also collaborating effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • A get-it-done, keen go-getter attitude with a proactive, forward-thinking mindset
  • Someone who takes ownership, thinks ahead, and isnt afraid to roll up their sleeves to move things forward
  • Strong attention to detail paired with the ability to see the bigger picture


Additional Information
  • Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position.


At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here, youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

About AECOM

AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets, including transportation, facilities, environmental, energy, water and government. With approximately 45,000 employees around the world, AECOM is a leader in all of the key markets that it serves. AECOM provides a blend of global reach, local knowledge, innovation and technical excellence in delivering solutions that create, enhance and sustain the world's built, natural, and social environments. A Fortune 500 company, AECOM serves clients in more than 150 countries and had revenue of $8.0 billion during the 12 months ended March 31, 2014.

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Learn more about AECOM
Size
51,000 employees
Market Cap
$11.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$200.8 million
Founded
1990
5 Year Trend
-6.3%
Revenue
$13.3 billion
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