Construction Contract Administrator | Commercial & Budgets

Aqualand Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Aqualand Australia is seeking a proactive Contract Administrator to join its Sydney team. This hands-on role covers procurement through to project completion, ensuring commercial activities align with governance and budget expectations.

You will collaborate with project and site teams, suppliers and stakeholders to keep contracts, variations and claims well-documented and compliant. You will bring 3+ years in contract administration within construction or development, a relevant qualification,

Qualifications

• 3+ years of progressive experience in contract administration, commercial construction or a related environment.
• Experience in commercial or residential construction and/or development is preferred.
• A current Construction Industry OHS White Card is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, issue and administer subcontract and supply chain agreements, ensuring scopes, terms and documentation are complete and compliant.
• Manage commercial events including variations, instructions, cost changes, claims and forecasts, ensuring information is captured accurately and in real time.
• Prepare and coordinate tender packages, manage tender queries and submissions, and assist with tender evaluations and negotiations.
• Prepare tender comparisons, identifying risks, exclusions, qualifications and scope gaps to support sound commercial decisions.
• Maintain accurate project budgets, commitments, forecasts and cost data.
• Support monthly project cost and financial reporting, ensuring project activity is accurately reflected in financial reporting.
• Assess subcontractor variations, claims and progress claims in accordance with contractual requirements and relevant legislation.
• Prepare compliant payment schedules and maintain accurate records of claims, approvals and payments.
• Maintain variation registers, contract documentation and audit-ready records.
• Ensure commercial procedures, governance requirements and workflow approvals are followed, identifying and escalating any areas of risk or non-compliance.
• Provide commercial and contract administration support to project and site teams and assist with resolving subcontractor and commercial issues.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure commercial matters are progressed efficiently and in line with project requirements.

Skills

Contract administration

Procurement

Budgeting

Communication

Risk management

Stakeholder liaison

Site coordination

Commercial awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

ProcurePro

Plexa

Job description

Aqualand Australia is seeking a proactive Contract Administrator to join its Sydney team. This hands-on role covers procurement through to project completion, ensuring commercial activities align with governance and budget expectations.

You will collaborate with project and site teams, suppliers and stakeholders to keep contracts, variations and claims well-documented and compliant. You will bring 3+ years in contract administration within construction or development, a relevant qualification,