Contract Administrator

Design & Build Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 96,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to $160,000 + Super

Growth opportunities

Diverse project pipeline

Direct access to senior management

Job summary

Design & Build Recruitment in Sydney CBD is seeking an experienced Contract Administrator to join our growing team and take responsibility for a broad range of commercial and contractual activities on high-quality projects.

Working with the Project Manager and delivery team, you will handle procurement, subcontract administration, cost control and monthly reporting, ensuring robust commercial outcomes and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management or Quantity Surveying.
• Experience as Contract Administrator in Australian construction.
• Strong procurement and subcontract administration knowledge.
• Experience with variations, progress claims and cost reporting.
• Attention to detail and commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement and letting of subcontractor and supplier packages.
• Prepare scopes of work, tender comparisons and recommendations.
• Negotiate and administer subcontract agreements.
• Manage variations, progress claims and payment schedules.
• Monitor project costs, budgets and forecasts.
• Assist with monthly cost reporting and commercial reviews.
• Maintain contract records and correspondence.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate with site teams and consultants.
• Support Project Manager with commercial performance.

Skills

Contract administration

Procurement management

Cost reporting

Negotiation skills

Project cost control

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Construction Management

Quantity Surveying

Job description

Design & Build Recruitment – Sydney CBD NSW

An established Sydney construction business delivering high-quality projects across the residential, commercial, industrial, and hospitality sectors.

The business takes a selective approach to its project pipeline, allowing senior management to remain closely involved in each build and ensuring project teams have the resources and support required to deliver successfully.

With a strong emphasis on quality, collaboration and long-term relationships, they are looking to appoint an experienced Contract Administrator to join their growing Sydney team.

The Opportunity

An opportunity exists for a Contract Administrator to join an experienced project team and take responsibility for a broad range of commercial and contractual activities.

Working closely with the Project Manager and wider delivery team, you'll be involved across procurement, subcontract administration, cost management and project reporting.

This is an opportunity to gain genuine ownership of your packages rather than being siloed into a narrow role, while working directly with experienced construction professionals who can support your continued development.

The Role

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing procurement and letting of subcontractor and supplier packages
• Preparing scopes of work, tender comparisons and recommendations
• Negotiating and administering subcontract agreements
• Managing subcontractor variations, progress claims and payment schedules
• Monitoring project costs, budgets and forecasts
• Assisting with monthly cost reporting and commercial reviews
• Managing contractual correspondence and maintaining accurate project records
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and scopes for commercial and contractual issues
• Identifying potential commercial risks and opportunities
• Liaising closely with subcontractors, consultants and the site team
• Managing package close-out and final accounts
• Supporting the Project Manager with the overall commercial performance of the project

The Company

An established Sydney construction business delivering high-quality projects across the residential, commercial, industrial, and hospitality sectors.

The business takes a selective approach to its project pipeline, allowing senior management to remain closely involved in each build and ensuring project teams have the resources and support required to deliver successfully.

With a strong emphasis on quality, collaboration and long-term relationships, they are looking to appoint an experienced Contract Administrator to join their growing Sydney team.

The Opportunity

An opportunity exists for a Contract Administrator to join an experienced project team and take responsibility for a broad range of commercial and contractual activities.

Working closely with the Project Manager and wider delivery team, you'll be involved across procurement, subcontract administration, cost management and project reporting.

This is an opportunity to gain genuine ownership of your packages rather than being siloed into a narrow role, while working directly with experienced construction professionals who can support your continued development.

The Role

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing procurement and letting of subcontractor and supplier packages
• Preparing scopes of work, tender comparisons and recommendations
• Negotiating and administering subcontract agreements
• Managing subcontractor variations, progress claims and payment schedules
• Monitoring project costs, budgets and forecasts
• Assisting with monthly cost reporting and commercial reviews
• Managing contractual correspondence and maintaining accurate project records
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and scopes for commercial and contractual issues
• Identifying potential commercial risks and opportunities
• Liaising closely with subcontractors, consultants and the site team
• Managing package close-out and final accounts
• Supporting the Project Manager with the overall commercial performance of the project

About You

• Degree qualified in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
• Proven experience as a Contract Administrator with an Australian construction company
• Strong understanding of procurement and subcontract administration
• Experience managing variations, progress claims and project cost reporting
• Good commercial awareness and attention to detail
• Confident negotiating and communicating with subcontractors
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Able to work collaboratively with both commercial and site-based teams

In Return

• Salary up to $160,000 + Super, depending on experience
• Join an established and growing Sydney construction business
• Exposure to a diverse range of high-quality construction projects
• Genuine ownership of procurement and commercial packages
• Direct access to experienced Project Managers and senior management
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Diverse and sustainable project pipeline
• Genuine progression opportunities towards Senior Contract Administrator and Commercial Manager

All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.