Contract Administrator

Bayside Council (NSW); Sydney; On-site; AUD 124,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9‑day fortnight

Flexible working environment

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Fitness Passport

Annual leave and sick leave

Job summary

Bayside Council in Sydney, NSW is seeking a Contract Administrator to support the Major Projects program. You will provide high-level contract administration across capital works, assisting the Superintendent's Representative to ensure contracts are managed effectively and project objectives are achieved.

You will work closely with project managers, consultants and contractors, offering guidance on procurement, compliance and project delivery, while maintaining strong financial oversight and

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in contract administration or similar role within construction or capital works.
• Experience administering AS4000, AS4902, GC21 or similar construction contracts.
• Strong knowledge of procurement, contract management and construction delivery processes.
• Experience reviewing project costs, variations, progress claims and contractor performance.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent industry experience in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Administer construction contracts across Council's capital works program.
• Assess variations, progress claims, contractor performance and contractual compliance.
• Monitor project budgets, costs, schedules and financial performance.
• Conduct site inspections and support quality assurance and compliance activities.
• Provide contract management advice and support across Council's capital works program.
• Engage with contractors, consultants and key stakeholders to support project delivery.

Skills

Contract administration

Stakeholder engagement

Procurement

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Tertiary qualifications

Tools

AS4902 contract

AS4000 contract

GC21 contract

Job description

Location : Bayside Council, Sydney, NSW, Australia

Contract Administrator x 2 – Major Projects

• Play a key role in the delivery of the Council Major Projects
• Provide contract administration expertise across complex construction projects
• 35-hour work week : Enjoy working a 9-day fortnight (accrued)

Our team

AtBayside Council, we are committed to a positive, flexible and supportive workplace culture, where our people and customers feel respected and valued. We are proud to serve our community through operating with transparency, integrity and in the best interests of the Bayside community to deliver exceptional service.

About The Role

As a Contract Administrator, you will provide high-level contract administration services across Council's capital works program, while supporting the Superintendent's Representative on the Council Major Projects. You will play an important role in ensuring construction contracts are administered effectively, risks are managed proactively and projects are delivered in accordance with contractual, financial and quality requirements.

Working closely with project managers, consultants and contractors, you will provide advice on contract administration, procurement, compliance and project delivery. You will contribute to successful project outcomes through effective financial oversight, stakeholder engagement and contract management practices.

You can also expect to:

• Administer construction contracts including AS4902, AS4000 and GC21 contracts.
• Assess variations, progress claims, contractor performance and contractual compliance.
• Monitor project budgets, costs, schedules and financial performance.
• Conduct site inspections and support quality assurance and compliance activities.
• Provide contract management advice and support across Council's capital works program.
• Engage with contractors, consultants and key stakeholders to support project delivery.

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

• Extensive experience in contract administration, contract management or a similar role within construction or capital works.
• Demonstrated experience administering AS4000, AS4902, GC21 or similar construction contracts.
• Strong knowledge of procurement, contract management and construction delivery processes.
• Experience reviewing project costs, variations, progress claims and contractor performance.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent industry experience in a related field.

Our Benefits And Culture

As an organisation, we pride ourselves in offering a flexible working environment centred on delivering great outcomes for our customers, whether internal or external. Bayside Council has a strong culture of collaboration and delivering exciting new initiatives for our community.

On top of the competitive salary, our people enjoy:

• 3 extra days off during Christmas each year
• 10 days sick leave each year
• 5 days MyLeave allowing flexible personal leave each year
• Additional parental leave entitlements for both parents
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Annual skin checks & flu vaccinations

Closing date: Sunday, 15 November 2026.

Salary: From $124,203.24 to $139,107.68 per annum, 3.5% Civil Liability Allowance, Vehicle allowance + 12% superannuation

Applicants will be required to satisfactorily undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children check in accordance with the position.

Bayside Council is proud to be both an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Child-Safe Organisation. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and safe workplace where all individuals regardless of background, experience, or identity, feel valued and respected. We also recognise the rights of children and young people to feel safe when accessing Council services, and we strive to maintain an environment that promotes their safety and wellbeing. All hiring decisions are based solely on individual merit and alignment with requirements of the role. Applicants can request a reasonable adjustment at any stage during the recruitment process by getting in touch with our Talent Acquisition team to discuss their needs in confidence.