Contracts Administrator - Commercial Construction Projects - $10M - $50M

Black & Co Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & Co Recruitment is seeking a Contracts Administrator for commercial construction projects in Sydney. You will join an experienced project team and help manage procurement, subcontracts, cost reporting, and client coordination on projects up to $50M.

This role offers a clear path to Senior Contracts Administrator or Project Manager, a collaborative culture, and long-term career development with a reputable builder. Salary sits around AUD 140k–170k plus super.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Construction Management or similar is required.
• Commercial contracts administration experience is essential.
• Strong understanding of commercial and contractual terms is expected.

Responsibilities

• Procurement and subcontractor management.
• Contracts and variations handling.
• Cost reporting and forecasting.
• Client and consultant coordination.
• Design management involvement.
• Project programming and delivery.
• Project close-out activities.

Skills

Commercial Contracts Administration

Relationship-building

Communication skills

Reliability

Education

Tertiary qualification in Construction Management or similar

Job description

Contracts Administrator - Commercial Construction Projects - $10M - $50M

Contracts Administrator - Commercial Construction Projects - $10M - $50M

$140,000 - $170,000 + Super

Build your career with an established commercial builder

Quality education, hospitality and commercial projects

Work alongside experienced Project Managers and senior management

Genuine pathway to Senior CA and Project Management

Quality projects, experienced people and a company where you can build a long-term career.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Contracts Administrator to join a highly regarded commercial builder with a strong Sydney pipeline and a reputation built over more than 30 years.

You’ll join an experienced project team delivering quality commercial projects while continuing to develop your contractual, commercial and project delivery skills.

The Company

Established for more than 30 years

Successful operations across NSW and Queensland

Strong education, hospitality and commercial portfolio

Projects generally up to $50M

Excellent base of repeat and long-term clients

Experienced and accessible management

Strong subcontractor relationships

Excellent systems and processes

Excellent social calendar and support for numerous charities

This is a successful and established builder without the overly corporate environment.

People are supported, good performance is recognised and there are genuine opportunities to take on more responsibility as your career develops.

The Opportunity

You’ll work alongside an experienced Project Manager and project team, gaining exposure across:

• Procurement and subcontractor management
• Contracts and variations
• Cost reporting and forecasting
• Client and consultant coordination
• Design management
• Project programming and delivery
• Project close-out

You’ll be given genuine responsibility while still having experienced people around you when you need support.

About You

You’ll bring:

• Tertiary qualification in Construction Management or similar
• Commercial Contracts Administration experience
• Experience on quality commercial projects
• Strong commercial and contractual understanding
• Good communication and relationship-building skills
• Reliable references

Why Make the Move?

The opportunity here is long-term.

You’ll work on quality projects, learn from experienced construction professionals and be given the opportunity to progressively take on greater responsibility.

Whether your ambition is to become a Senior Contracts Administrator, Contracts Manager or Project Manager, you’ll be joining a business with the projects, people and structure to help you get there.

Add in a strong team culture, regular social events and genuine employment security, and it’s an excellent environment to build the next stage of your career.