Contracts Administrator — Flexible Work & Growth

John Holland Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Great leave benefits

Career progression

Learning and development

Inclusion and diversity

Flexible working

Job summary

John Holland is seeking an experienced Contracts Administrator to join our Commercial team on the Sydney Metro West Linewide Project. The role involves delivering high-value subcontract packages, supporting procurement strategies and contract negotiations.

The position will be based at Darling Park and later move to Clyde/Rosehill sites in 2026, contributing to the Clyde/SFM and RSF facilities work. You will work with internal and external stakeholders to ensure commercial outcomes, manage risk,

Qualifications

• Post graduate qualifications in Quantity Surveying or related disciplines.
• Proven experience as a Contracts Administrator or Quantity Surveyor in construction/engineering.
• End to end procurement experience.
• Experience with subcontract management across all stages.

Responsibilities

• Manage high value, complex subcontract packages through all phases including procurement, scope prep, tender analysis and contract negotiations.
• Participate in scope planning with engineering to minimise gaps and maximise cost efficiencies.
• Assist in procurement strategies, identify subcontractors and performTender analysis on returns.
• Manage subcontracts through all phases: procurement, cost forecasting, claims/variations, completion and close out.
• Maintain relationships with local subcontractors and monitor market conditions.
• Assess commercial/contractual risks and escalate issues to senior staff.
• Ensure compliance with Building Code and report potential non-compliances.
• Prepare periodic commercial performance reports.

Education

Postgraduate qualifications in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Job description

John Holland is seeking an experienced Contracts Administrator to join our Commercial team on the Sydney Metro West Linewide Project. The role involves delivering high-value subcontract packages, supporting procurement strategies and contract negotiations.

The position will be based at Darling Park and later move to Clyde/Rosehill sites in 2026, contributing to the Clyde/SFM and RSF facilities work. You will work with internal and external stakeholders to ensure commercial outcomes, manage risk,