Contracts Administrator

Foundation Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Foundation Recruitment is seeking an experienced Contracts Administrator to join a well-established Tier 3 commercial builder in Sydney. You will manage contracts across projects up to $40M, support the Project Manager with commercial and contractual requirements, and handle variations, procurement, and subcontractor documentation.

Ideal candidates will have strong contract management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work closely with PMs and site teams.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Contracts Administrator within commercial construction.
• Experience working on projects ideally ranging from $10M-$40M.
• Strong understanding of contracts, variations, procurement and subcontractor management.
• Excellent attention to detail and commercial acumen.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work closely with Project Managers and site teams.
• Relevant construction, engineering or quantity surveying qualification is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage contracts administration across commercial construction projects up to $40M.
• Support the Project Manager with commercial and contractual requirements.
• Manage variations, progress claims, subcontractor packages and procurement.
• Prepare and review subcontractor documentation.
• Monitor project costs, budgets and financial reporting.
• Assist with project forecasting and commercial reporting.
• Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, consultants and key stakeholders.
• Ensure contractual obligations and project documentation are maintained.

Skills

Contract administration

Commercial contracts

Procurement management

Subcontractor management

Budgeting and cost control

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work with PMs/site teams

Education

Relevant construction/engineering/quantity surveying qualification

Job description

A well-established Tier 3 commercial builder is seeking an experienced Contracts Administrator to join their growing project team.

The business delivers quality commercial construction projects across a range of sectors, with projects valued up to $40M. This is an excellent opportunity for a Contracts Administrator looking to join a stable builder with a strong project pipeline and a hands-on, supportive team environment.

The Role:

• Manage contracts administration across commercial construction projects up to $40M
• Support the Project Manager with commercial and contractual requirements
• Manage variations, progress claims, subcontractor packages and procurement
• Prepare and review subcontractor documentation
• Monitor project costs, budgets and financial reporting
• Assist with project forecasting and commercial reporting
• Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, consultants and key stakeholders
• Ensure contractual obligations and project documentation are maintained

About You:

• Previous experience as a Contracts Administrator within commercial construction
• Experience working on projects ideally ranging from $10M-$40M
• Strong understanding of contracts, variations, procurement and subcontractor management
• Excellent attention to detail and commercial acumen
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work closely with Project Managers and site teams
• Relevant construction, engineering or quantity surveying qualification is advantageous

The Opportunity:

This is a genuine opportunity to join a reputable Tier 3 commercial builder with a solid pipeline of work and the opportunity to take ownership of significant projects. The role offers strong exposure to the full project lifecycle and a clear platform for further career progression.