Contract Administrator

Design & Build Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Design & Build Recruitment in Sydney is seeking an experienced Contract Administrator to join our growing team on a range of commercial construction projects. You will own procurement, subcontract administration, cost management and project reporting, and work closely with the Project Manager and site teams to drive commercial outcomes.

You will have a degree in Construction Management or Quantity Surveying, proven Australian contractor experience, and strong negotiation, communication and

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management, QS or related discipline.
• Proven experience as a Contract Administrator with an Australian construction company.
• Strong procurement and subcontract administration understanding.
• Experience managing variations, progress claims and project cost reporting.
• Good commercial awareness and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• 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 project records.
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and scopes for commercial issues.
• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities.
• Liaising with subcontractors, consultants and the site team.
• Managing package close-out and final accounts.
• Supporting the Project Manager with overall commercial performance.

Skills

Contract administration

Procurement management

Subcontract administration

Cost reporting

Negotiation

Communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Quantity Surveying

Job description

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.