Contract Administrator | Defence | Sydney or Bandiana

Icon Construction; North Sydney; Remote; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Market-competitive salary

Leave policies including purchased/ab:

Parental Leave

Sporting & social events

Job summary

Icon Group is seeking a Contract Administrator to support a Defence project in NSW, with flexibility for Sydney-based remote work or onsite Bandiana duty. You’ll manage contracts, variations and payments within a collaborative project team, ensuring commercial compliance and risk mitigation.

Ideal candidates have a solid background in construction contract administration and strong stakeholder management, with Defence exposure viewed favorably but not essential.

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ Contract Administration experience within construction.
• Experience on medium to large-scale construction projects.
• Strong commercial and contractual knowledge.
• Experience managing variations, claims and subcontractor packages.
• Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Structured, detail-focused approach.
• Defence project experience is highly regarded but not essential.
• Tertiary qualifications in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or related discipline preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer construction contracts across the Defence project
• Manage variations, claims and contractual compliance
• Prepare and assess progress claims and payment certificates
• Work with the project team on commercial and contractual matters
• Monitor subcontractor performance and contractual obligations
• Build relationships with clients, subcontractors and stakeholders
• Identify contractual risks and mitigation strategies
• Assist with resolution of contractual issues and disputes
• Maintain accurate commercial and contract documentation

Skills

Contract Administration

Commercial knowledge

Stakeholder management

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Education

Construction management degree

Job description

Contract Administrator | Defence | Sydney or Bandiana

The Icon Group is an Australian construction group comprising Icon, Minicon and Barpa, with more than 800 employees and offices across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific.

Backed by Kajima Corporation, one of the world’s leading construction companies, we offer the scale and project opportunities of a major contractor while maintaining a culture where our people are known, supported and given opportunities to grow.

At Icon, our people are our greatest asset. Without them, we would not be the successful business we are today.

The opportunity As a Contract Administrator, you will join our NSW team working across the delivery of a $40m Defence project for a repeat client.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced CA looking to build their Defence experience while working within an established project team. With the flexibility to be Sydney-based and work remotely, or work onsite in Bandiana, the role offers options to suit candidates across different locations.

Working closely with the project team, you’ll take ownership of contract administration and commercial activities, helping manage contractual risk and support the successful delivery of the project.

Key responsibilities:

• Administer construction contracts across the Defence project
• Manage variations, claims and contractual compliance
• Prepare and assess progress claims and payment certificates
• Work closely with the project team on commercial and contractual matters
• Monitor subcontractor performance and contractual obligations
• Build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and key stakeholders
• Identify contractual risks and support mitigation strategies
• Assist with the resolution of contractual issues and disputes
• Maintain accurate commercial and contract documentation

Why Icon?

The Icon Group is an Australian construction group comprising Icon, Minicon and Barpa, with more than 800 employees and offices across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific.

Backed by Kajima Corporation, one of the world’s leading construction companies, we offer the scale and project opportunities of a major contractor while maintaining a culture where our people are known, supported and given opportunities to grow.

At Icon, our people are our greatest asset. Without them, we would not be the successful business we are today.

The opportunity As a Contract Administrator, you will join our NSW team working across the delivery of a $40m Defence project for a repeat client.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced CA looking to build their Defence experience while working within an established project team. With the flexibility to be Sydney-based and work remotely, or work onsite in Bandiana, the role offers options to suit candidates across different locations.

Working closely with the project team, you’ll take ownership of contract administration and commercial activities, helping manage contractual risk and support the successful delivery of the project.

Key responsibilities:

• Administer construction contracts across the Defence project
• Manage variations, claims and contractual compliance
• Prepare and assess progress claims and payment certificates
• Work closely with the project team on commercial and contractual matters
• Monitor subcontractor performance and contractual obligations
• Build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and key stakeholders
• Identify contractual risks and support mitigation strategies
• Assist with the resolution of contractual issues and disputes
• Maintain accurate commercial and contract documentation

About you:

We’re looking for an experienced Contract Administrator who brings:

• 4+ years’ Contract Administration experience within construction
• Experience working across medium to large-scale construction projects
• Strong commercial and contractual knowledge
• Experience managing variations, claims and subcontractor packages
• Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• A structured, detail-focused approach
• Defence project experience is highly regarded but not essential
• Tertiary qualifications in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline preferred

Benefits and perks:

• Access to our EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Market competitive Salary and excellent working environment
• Excellent Leave Polices that include purchased Annual Leave, Work Life Balance Days, Community Days and generous Parental Leave scheme
• Collaborative and values-based workplace culture
• Sporting and Social events
• Professional Memberships
• Discounts on Travel, Retail and Health

**Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islanders and Veterans are encouraged to apply**