Contracts Administrator

Unita Group Operations; Fremantle; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Unita Group Operations is seeking a seasoned Contracts Administrator in Fremantle, WA. You will manage procurement, contracts, claims and variations, supporting delivery from start to finish.

You will maintain strong commercial discipline, identify risks early and protect project margins while coordinating with project teams across Australia. The role suits an experienced professional who is detail-oriented, proactive and capable of balancing competing priorities to ensure successful project

Qualifications

• Experience in contract administration within commercial construction or fitout environments.
• Solid understanding of head contract and subcontract management processes.
• Experience supporting procurement, progress claims, variations and cost tracking.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement, contracts, claims and variations to support project delivery.
• Maintain audit-ready documentation and protect project commercial position.
• Identify risks early to protect margin and project outcomes.
• Coordinate with project managers and delivery teams to keep projects moving.

Skills

Contract administration

Procurement

Documentation

Commercial awareness

Risk identification

Education

Construction Management

Contract Law

Commerce

Job description

Fremantle, Western Australia 6160, Australia

Full-time Permanent Mid-level Senior

Posted 23 Oct 2026

Description

At Unita, we build spaces where people love to work, shop, dine, learn, stay and play – delivering retail stores, hospitality venues, hotels, offices, gyms and wellness spaces, medical centres and education facilities across Australia.

But great spaces don’t build themselves. Great teams do.

People have always been at the heart of what we do. We’re big enough to deliver career-defining work across Australia, but small enough that your contribution is seen, your input is valued and the work you do matters.

We’re looking for a Contracts Administrator to help keep our projects commercially strong by managing procurement, contracts and project administration that supports successful delivery from start to finish.

The role

At Unita, Contracts Administrators are trusted commercial partners to our Project Managers and delivery teams. You’ll help manage procurement, contracts, claims, variations and commercial processes that protect project performance and support successful delivery. You’ll be trusted to own the detail, maintain strong commercial discipline and identify risks early, helping protect margin, strengthen project outcomes and keep projects moving forward.

What great looks like

• Contracts, claims and variations are managed proactively, protecting Unita's contractual position and minimising commercial exposure
• Subcontractor procurement is thorough, compliant and commercially aligned
• Head contract obligations are clearly understood, tracked and actioned
• Progress claims and variation registers are clean, up to date and defensible
• Commercial risks, scope gaps and cost impacts are identified early, allowing the project team to take action before they affect margin or delivery
• Documentation is organised, audit-ready and easy for others to rely on
• Subcontractors experience professional, clear and timely communication
• Projects close out cleanly, including Deeds of Release, final accounts and retentions

Who this role suits

• This role suits an experienced Contracts Administrator who understands that strong project outcomes are built on strong commercial foundations. You're commercially minded, highly organised and proactive, with the ability to balance competing priorities while protecting the project's commercial and contractual position.
• Detail-oriented and structured, with strong documentation habits and attention to detail
• Commercially competent, with a solid understanding of how contracts, procurement, claims and variations impact project performance
• Proactive and accountable, identifying risks early rather than waiting for issues to escalation
• Clear and professional in your communication with subcontractors and internal stakeholders
• Resilient under pressure, able to manage multiple projects and deadlines without losing accuracy
• Naturally aligned to the Unita Way – you take responsibility, work well with others, and look for better ways of doing things

Experience we’re looking for

• Experience in contract administration within commercial construction or fitout environments
• Solid understanding of head contract and subcontract management processes
• Experience supporting procurement, progress claims, variations and cost tracking throughout project delivery
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities across multiple projects
• A relevant tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Contract Law, Commerce or a similar field is desirable
• A current driver’s licence

What’s next

At Unita, every team member shapes our culture in their own unique way. We value different backgrounds, perspectives and experiences, and we’re committed to creating a workplace where people feel safe, respected and able to do their best work. If this role excites you but you don’t tick every box, we still welcome your application.

PS - we’re handling this one in-house, no recruitment agencies please.

Company Overview

We’re a national design and construct team that exists to help bring brands and spaces to life. Uniquely, we combine planning, design, manufacturing, project management and construction to deliver pragmatic, end-to-end solutions. Our cross-industry experience means all our services are based on an unparalleled understanding of real-world success.