Contracts Administrator – Developer Builder – Residential $400m+ Project

Amida Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Amida Group in Sydney is seeking an experienced Contracts Administrator to join our commercial team. You will manage subcontractor procurement, contract administration and cost reporting on large-scale residential and mixed-use developments.

Working with Project Managers and senior leadership, you will mentor junior staff and drive best-practice commercial processes across multiple sites in NSW.

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or Engineering and professional registration is preferred.
• 3-7 years of experience in a Contracts Administrator role on large-scale residential/mixed-use projects.
• Strong commercial acumen and contract administration skills.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management abilities.
• High level of organisation, detail orientation and time management.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end subcontractor procurement, tender assessments and contract negotiations.
• Prepare, administer and manage subcontract agreements.
• Oversee progress claims, variations, extensions of time and final accounts.
• Maintain accurate cost control, forecasting and financial reporting.
• Ensure contractual compliance and risk mitigation across all project stages.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to align commercial activities with construction programs.
• Mentor Assistant and Cadet Contracts Administrators.
• Coordinate with site teams, consultants and external stakeholders.
• Prepare detailed commercial reports for senior management.

Skills

Subcontractor management

Contract administration

Cost reporting

Forecasting

Vendor negotiations

Education

Degree in Construction Management

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Established and growing Sydney-based property developer builder delivering $500m+ landmark projects
• Overseeing commercial and contractual delivery of large-scale residential and mixed-use developments
• Key leadership position offering long-term stability, autonomy and progression within a high-performing construction team

Play a key role in delivering high-quality residential and mixed-use developments for a leading Sydney property developer builder with a strong and growing pipeline. Class 2 experience ideal.

Our client is a leading Sydney-based property development and construction group delivering high-quality residential and mixed-use projects that contribute to vibrant urban communities.

With a strong and growing pipeline of large-scale projects across NSW, they are seeking an experienced Contracts Administrator to join their commercial team. Responsible for the commercial and contractual management of complex construction projects from procurement through to final account.

Working closely with the Project Manager and senior leadership team, you will take ownership of subcontractor management, cost control, contract administration and commercial reporting while mentoring junior team members and contributing to best-practice project delivery.

Candidate needs to have experience on new build projects in Sydney, ideally with class 2 residential experience

Years of Experience:

3 - 7 + years

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Contract & Commercial Management

• Managing end-to-end subcontractor procurement, tender assessments and contract negotiations
• Preparing, administering and managing subcontract agreements
• Managing progress claims, variations, extensions of time and final accounts
• Maintaining accurate cost control, forecasting and financial reporting
• Ensuring contractual compliance and risk mitigation across all project stages
• Working closely with Project Managers to ensure commercial alignment with construction programs
• Providing guidance and mentorship to Assistant and Cadet Contracts Administrators
• Coordinating with site teams, consultants and external stakeholders
• Preparing detailed commercial reports for senior management

Systems & Process Improvement

• Contributing to continuous improvement of commercial systems and procedures
• Ensuring accurate documentation, reporting and record keeping
• Supporting best-practice contract administration across the business

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Degree qualified in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering or a related discipline
• 3-7 years’ experience in a Contracts Administrator role
• Strong experience delivering large-scale residential and/or mixed-use projects
• Excellent commercial acumen and contract administration skills
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management abilities
• High level of organisation, attention to detail and time management
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction cost management systems
• Sydney-based or willing to work across Sydney construction sites
• White Card required

You’ll be joining a well-established and respected property development and construction business offering long-term project security, strong leadership support and the opportunity to play a key role in delivering some of Sydney’s most significant residential and mixed-use developments.