Contract Administrator x2 - Major Projects

Bayside Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 124,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 extra days off during Christmas each

10 days sick leave each year

5 days MyLeave allowing flexible leave

Additional parental leave entitlements

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Bayside Council is seeking two Contract Administrators to support Major Projects in Sydney. You will provide high-level contract administration across complex capital works, ensuring compliance, financial oversight and timely delivery.

You will administer AS4902, AS4000 and GC21 contracts, assess variations and progress claims, monitor budgets and engage with stakeholders to drive project outcomes. A relevant qualification and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in contract administration, contract management or a similar role within construction or capital works.
• Demonstrated experience administering AS4000, AS4902, GC21 or similar construction contracts.
• Strong knowledge of procurement, contract management and construction delivery processes.
• Experience reviewing project costs, variations, progress claims and contractor performance.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent industry experience in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Administer construction contracts including AS4902, AS4000 and GC21 contracts.
• Assess variations, progress claims, contractor performance and contractual compliance.
• Monitor project budgets, costs, schedules and financial performance.
• Conduct site inspections and support quality assurance and compliance activities.
• Provide contract management advice and support across Council's capital works program.
• Engage with contractors, consultants and key stakeholders to support project delivery.

Skills

Contract administration

Stakeholder engagement

Budget oversight

Procurement knowledge

Education

Tertiary qualifications in related field

Job description

Contract Administrator x2 - Major Projects

Contract Administrator x 2 – Major Projects

Play a key role in the delivery of the Council Major Projects

Provide contract administration expertise across complex construction projects

35-hour work week | Enjoy working a 9-day fortnight (accrued)

Our team

At Bayside Council, we are committed to a positive, flexible and supportive workplace culture, where our people and customers feel respected and valued. We are proud to serve our community through operating with transparency, integrity and in the best interests of the Bayside community to deliver exceptional service.

About the role

As a Contract Administrator, you will provide high-level contract administration services across Council's capital works program, while supporting the Superintendent's Representative on the Councils Major Project. You will play an important role in ensuring construction contracts are administered effectively, risks are managed proactively and projects are delivered in accordance with contractual, financial and quality requirements.

Working closely with project managers, consultants and contractors, you will provide advice on contract administration, procurement, compliance and project delivery. You will contribute to successful project outcomes through effective financial oversight, stakeholder engagement and contract management practices.

You can also expect to:

• Administer construction contracts including AS4902, AS4000 and GC21 contracts.
• Assess variations, progress claims, contractor performance and contractual compliance.
• Monitor project budgets, costs, schedules and financial performance.
• Conduct site inspections and support quality assurance and compliance activities.
• Provide contract management advice and support across Council's capital works program.
• Engage with contractors, consultants and key stakeholders to support project delivery.

About you

We are looking for someone who has:

• Extensive experience in contract administration, contract management or a similar role within construction or capital works.
• Demonstrated experience administering AS4000, AS4902, GC21 or similar construction contracts.
• Strong knowledge of procurement, contract management and construction delivery processes.
• Experience reviewing project costs, variations, progress claims and contractor performance.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent industry experience in a related field.

Our benefits and culture

As an organisation, we pride ourselves in offering a flexible working environment centred on delivering great outcomes for our customers, whether internal or external. Bayside Council has a strong culture of collaboration and delivering exciting new initiatives for our community.

On top of the competitive salary, our people enjoy:

• 3 extra days off during Christmas each year
• 10 days sick leave each year
• 5 days MyLeave allowing flexible personal leave each year
• Additional parental leave entitlements for both parents
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Access to Fitness Passport

  Salary: From $124,203.24 to $139,107.68 per annum, 3.5% Civil Liability Allowance, Vehicle allowance + 12% superannuation

  Applicants will be required to satisfactorily undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children check in accordance with the position.

  Bayside Council is proud to be both an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Child-Safe Organisation. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and safe workplace where all individuals regardless of background, experience, or identity, feel valued and respected. We also recognise the rights of children and young people to feel safe when accessing Council services, and we strive to maintain an environment that promotes their safety and wellbeing. All hiring decisions are based solely on individual merit and alignment with requirements of the role. Applicants can request a reasonable adjustment at any stage during the recruitment process by getting in touch with our Talent Acquisition team to discuss their needs in confidence.