Contract Administrator

Linktal Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Linktal Recruitment seeks a Contract Administrator to support a Tier 2 builder delivering luxury custom residential projects in Sydney. You will manage contract administration across multi-million-dollar homes, coordinating with project managers, site managers, clients, consultants and subcontractors.

The role emphasizes variations, progress claims, procurement and contract documentation, with a focus on ensuring costs and timelines align with contractual requirements.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience as a Contract Administrator in Australian construction.
• Experience on high-end residential, custom homes or luxury projects.
• Strong understanding of contracts, variations, progress claims and procurement.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full contract administration function across high-end residential projects.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Site Managers, clients, consultants and subcontractors.
• Manage variations, progress claims, RFIs, procurement and subcontractor packages.
• Prepare and administer contracts, scopes of works and commercial documentation.
• Monitor project costs, budgets and financial performance.
• Assist with forecasting, reporting and commercial risk management.
• Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with contractual and commercial requirements.

Skills

Contract administration

Stakeholder management

Budgeting & cost control

Attention to detail

Autonomy & collaboration

Education

Construction-related qualification

Job description

Contract Administrator – High-End Custom Residential

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Contract Administrator to join a reputable, multi-award-winning Tier 2 builder specialising in high-end value residential construction across Sydney.

The business has built an outstanding reputation for delivering architecturally designed, luxury custom homes, with a strong focus on quality, craftsmanship and client satisfaction.

The Role

• Manage the full contract administration function across high-end residential projects
• Work closely with Project Managers, Site Managers, clients, consultants and subcontractors
• Manage variations, progress claims, RFIs, procurement and subcontractor packages
• Prepare and administer contracts, scopes of works and commercial documentation
• Monitor project costs, budgets and financial performance
• Assist with forecasting, reporting and commercial risk management
• Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with contractual and commercial requirements

Requirements

• 3+ years’ experience as a Contract Administrator within the Australian construction industry
• Experience working on high-end residential, custom homes or luxury construction projects
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, variations, progress claims and procurement
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong attention to detail and commercial acumen
• Ability to work autonomously while collaborating closely with the project team
• Relevant construction, building or quantity surveying qualifications are highly regarded

What's on Offer?

• $130K–$160K + Super salary package
• High-end $5M–$10M custom residential projects
• Strong project pipeline and long-term career opportunities
• Work alongside an experienced and highly regarded construction team