Contract Administrator

Design & Build Recruitment; Canberra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Design & Build Recruitment is seeking an experienced Contract Administrator to join our high-performing project delivery team in Canberra. You will support commercial and contractual management of major construction projects from procurement through final accounts, collaborating with Project Managers, Site Teams and subcontractors to ensure obligations are met, risks managed and costs controlled.

You will administer contracts, manage progress claims and payments, support procurement, and

Qualifications

• Experience as a Contract Administrator in construction.
• Familiar with Australian Standard contracts (AS2124/AS4000).
• Experience on commercial, residential or civil projects.
• Attention to detail and commercial acumen.
• Ability to work autonomously within a team.

Responsibilities

• Administer head contracts and subcontract agreements across multiple projects
• Prepare, review, and manage progress claims, variations, and payment schedules
• Support procurement processes including tender analysis and subcontractor negotiations
• Maintain accurate project cost reporting, forecasts, and budgets
• Assist with contract compliance, documentation, and risk management
• Work collaboratively with project teams to ensure timely delivery and commercial outcomes
• Manage subcontractor correspondence and dispute resolution where required

Skills

Contract administration

Construction industry

AS2124/AS4000 contracts

Stakeholder management

Autonomous work

Team collaboration

Education

Construction management degree

Quantity surveying degree

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Contract Administrator to join a high-performing project delivery team working across major construction projects in Canberra.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to contribute to the successful delivery of complex building projects across the ACT region.

About The Role

You will play a key role in supporting the commercial and contractual management of construction projects from procurement through to final accounts. Working closely with Project Managers, Site Teams, and subcontractors, you’ll ensure all contractual obligations are met, risks are managed, and project costs are controlled.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer head contracts and subcontract agreements across multiple projects
• Prepare, review, and manage progress claims, variations, and payment schedules
• Support procurement processes including tender analysis and subcontractor negotiations
• Maintain accurate project cost reporting, forecasts, and budgets
• Assist with contract compliance, documentation, and risk management
• Work collaboratively with project teams to ensure timely delivery and commercial outcomes
• Manage subcontractor correspondence and dispute resolution where required

About You

• Proven experience as a Contract Administrator within the construction industry
• Strong understanding of Australian Standard contracts (AS2124 / AS4000 or similar)
• Experience working on commercial, residential, or civil projects (or a mix of these)
• Strong commercial acumen and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work autonomously while being part of a collaborative team
• Tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or similar (preferred but not essential)

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to work on significant, high-profile Canberra projects
• Supportive and experienced project delivery team
• Strong pipeline of secured work
• Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation
• Competitive salary package aligned to experience