Contract Administrator - Commercial & Residential Construction

seek.com.au; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Australian Builder & Developer is seeking two experienced Contract Administrators to support Project Managers and Commercial Managers on a range of residential and mixed-use projects across Sydney. The roles focus on contract administration, procurement, cost planning, and schedule management to ensure timely project delivery.

Minimum five years post-graduate experience and tertiary qualifications in Construction Management or related field are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of post-graduate experience as a Contract Administrator, Project / Site Coordinator, or Project Engineer
• Tertiary qualifications in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or Building & Construction (Degree, Advanced Diploma, or Diploma)
• Proven experience in residential, commercial, or major refurbishment projects
• Strong expertise in contract administration, procurement, trade letting, cost planning, programming, and scheduling
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with a track record of managing site-based teams, liaising with clients, and overseeing subcontractors

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers and Commercial Managers across all trade packages
• Oversee and deliver newly awarded residential and commercial projects in Sydney
• Coordinate contract administration, procurement, and subcontractor management

Skills

Contract administration

Procurement

Cost planning

Programming

Scheduling

Leadership

Communication

Site coordination

Education

Construction Management degree

Job description

Contract Administrator - Commercial & Residential Construction

Our client is an award winning Australian Builder & Developer with a track record of delivering bespoke construction projects over thirty years, ranging from $30M to $200M+. The organisation is highly regarded within the industry and they have built a reputation for multi-award-winning projects, exceptional attention to detail, and long-standing client relationships. Over the past five years, they have experienced sustained growth through repeat business and successful project delivery.

As they continue to expand, they are seeking two experienced Contract Administrator / Senior Contract Administrators with expertise across all trade packages to support Project Managers and Commercial Managers in overseeing and delivering newly awarded projects across Sydney’s Inner West, West, South, CBD, East, and North / North West. Recent project wins have ranged from $20M to $100M+ and will include residential and mixed-use residential projects, education projects, hospitals, hotels, offices, retail, leisure precincts, data centres and office blocks.

This is an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to join a highly regarded company that fosters a strong workplace culture, career progression, and a balanced work-life environment. These roles offer long-term career development with pathways into Contracts Manager, Project Manager, and beyond into Senior leadership roles

Key Requirements for this opportunity include:

Minimum five years of post-graduate experience as a Contract Administrator, Project / Site Coordinator, or Project Engineer

Tertiary qualifications in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or Building & Construction (Degree, Advanced Diploma, or Diploma)

Proven experience in residential, commercial, or major refurbishment projects

Strong expertise in contract administration, procurement, trade letting, cost planning, programming, and scheduling

Excellent leadership and communication skills, with a track record of managing site-based teams, liaising with clients, and overseeing subcontractors

Why Join?

Our client is a progressive and forward-thinking business that offers structured career development, internal training, and long-term growth opportunities. With a high employee retention rate and a collaborative, supportive team environment, they provide an exceptional workplace that values both professional advancement and work-life balance. If you’re looking to be part of a thriving company that delivers high-quality projects and fosters career progression, this is the perfect opportunity.