Contract Administrator

Benetton Construction; Lane Cove; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Lane Cove location

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Benetton Construction is seeking a Contracts Administrator to join our Western Sydney team and support project delivery from tender through construction. You will work closely with project managers, manage subcontractor documentation, coordinate procurement and ensure contract compliance across multiple active projects.

The role requires >5 years in NSW construction, experience on Class 2 multi-residential or high-spec builds, and proficiency with Procore and MS Project.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in NSW construction.
• Experience on Class 2 multi-residential or comparable high-spec projects.
• Strong knowledge of Building Codes, Australian Standards and WHS.
• Full Australian working rights.
• Trade qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist as Junior Contracts Administrator across tender and construction phases.
• Draft project-specific scopes of work and coordinate procurement.
• Monitor contract compliance and identify issues that may arise.
• Support tender submissions and maintain contract records.
• Manage subcontract packages and compare quotes.
• Assess progress claims and variations; prepare submissions.
• Provide admin support to the contracts team as required.
• Utilize Procore and Microsoft Project for project documentation.
• Experience in residential 2a construction.

Skills

Procurement

Scoping of work

Contract administration

Tender submissions

Documentation management

Education

Construction management credentials preferred

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Project

Job description

Benetton Construction is a second-generation, privately owned building company with over 30 years of proven delivery in the Sydney market. We are specialists in Class 2 residential construction, with multiple active projects running across the city and a strong pipeline behind them. We have built our reputation on enduring quality, decisive leadership, and backing the right people in every role.

About the Role

Located in our Western Sydney office, this role offers the opportunity to be at the heart of project delivery. As a Contracts Administrator, you will support project success by managing subcontractor documentation, coordinating procurement, and partnering with project managers across both tender and construction phases.

Key Responsibilities

A Junior Contracts Administrator.

Should have proficient aspects of Procurement, including the ability to draft project-specific scopes of work.

Monitor contract compliance and identify any contractual issues that may arise.

Support the preparation of tender submissions.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date contract records and documentation.

Provide administrative support to the contracts team as required.

Manage subcontract packages including scope preparation, obtaining and comparing quotes.

Assess subcontractor progress claims and variations and prepare claims and variation submissions.

Proficiency in relevant software packages such as Procore, Microsoft Project.

Experience in residential 2a construction

About You

• Minimum 5 years' experience in the NSW construction industry
• Experience on Class 2 multi-residential or comparable high-spec new-build projects
• Strong knowledge of construction sequencing, trade coordination, finishing standards, and site compliance
• Strong knowledge of Building Codes, Australian Standards, and WHS legislation
• Experience in managing construction documentation covering program, quality assurance, and safety
• Relevant trade qualification or Construction Management credentials preferred
• Full Australian working rights essential

What's In It For You

• A genuine role — you own the site, not just a task list
• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience
• Work alongside an experienced, tight-knit leadership group that backs its people when it counts
• Lane Cove - based project, a well-connected location and a great place to work
• Long-term career opportunity with a growing business and a strong, active project pipeline
• Be part of a second-generation builder that is investing in its people and its future