Contract Administrator

Gough Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Gough Recruitment is recruiting for a Contract Administrator with a leading NSW construction business. You will work closely with Project Managers and site teams to manage subcontract agreements, procurement, cost reporting and payment processes.

The role offers exposure to a diverse range of projects, competitive salary, and clear progression opportunities within a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Previous experience as a Contract Administrator with a commercial builder.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts and procurement processes.
• Experience managing project costs, variations and financial reporting.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced project environment.
• Driven, proactive and career focused.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review and administer subcontract agreements
• Manage procurement and tendering packages
• Let and negotiate subcontractor agreements
• Process progress claims, variations and payment schedules
• Monitor project budgets, forecasts and cost reporting
• Assist with project programming and contract administration
• Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, consultants and clients
• Support Project Managers in the successful delivery of projects

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Proactive mindset

Education

Degree in Construction Management / QS

Job description

The Company
Our client is a well-established and rapidly growing construction business with an impressive track record delivering commercial, industrial, education, retail and mixed-use developments across NSW.
With a strong pipeline of upcoming work and a reputation for quality, innovation and client satisfaction, they offer employees the opportunity to contribute to landmark projects while advancing their careers within a supportive and collaborative environment.

The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity exists for a Contract Administrator to join a high-performing project delivery team. Working closely with Project Managers and Site Teams, you will play a key role in the financial and contractual management of projects from procurement through to completion.
This position is ideal for a Contract Administrator looking to further develop their career within a business that offers genuine progression opportunities and exposure to diverse project types.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review and administer subcontract agreements
• Manage procurement and tendering packages
• Let and negotiate subcontractor agreements
• Process progress claims, variations and payment schedules
• Monitor project budgets, forecasts and cost reporting
• Assist with project programming and contract administration
• Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, consultants and clients
• Support Project Managers in the successful delivery of projects

About You

• Degree qualified in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
• Previous experience as a Contract Administrator with a commercial builder
• Strong understanding of construction contracts and procurement processes
• Experience managing project costs, variations and financial reporting
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced project environment
• Driven, proactive and career focused

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Secure pipeline of upcoming projects
• Strong career progression opportunities
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
• Exposure to a diverse range of project sectors
• Long-term career opportunity with a growing construction business