Contracts Manager

Randstad Pty; Canberra; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive package

Career growth

Immediate start

Job summary

Randstad Pty is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to lead on a major construction project across the Southern NSW/ACT border region. You will act as the commercial lead on site, partnering with the Project Manager to steer procurement, contract administration, and commercial strategy from initiation to handover.

Ideal candidates will have 8+ years in senior contracts roles within construction, with a proven track record of delivering complex trades, robust procurement, and strong

Qualifications

• 8+ years in a Contracts Manager or senior commercial role in construction.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or related discipline.
• Proven track record leading commercial outcomes on complex construction builds.
• Experience developing procurement strategies and handling major trade packages.
• Strong familiarity with CHEOPS, Aconex, or similar platforms.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute project procurement strategies and negotiate major trade packages.
• Oversee day-to-day contract administration, subcontractor performance, and variations.
• Identify, manage, and mitigate commercial and contractual risks across all stages of delivery.
• Drive profitable commercial outcomes and maintain accurate cost reporting and cash flow forecasts.
• Build strong, productive relationships with project teams, consultants, subcontractors, and clients.

Skills

Contracts management

Procurement strategy

Contract administration

Risk management

Cost reporting

Cash flow forecasting

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership/communication

Education

Construction Management

Quantity Surveying

Tools

CHEOPS

Aconex

Job description

Contracts Manager | Major Construction Projects

• Location: Southern NSW / ACT Border Region

• Remuneration: Circa $250,000 Package

• Work Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Opportunity

Our client is looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to step into a newly created position on an upcoming, high-profile project.

Operating as the commercial lead on site, you will work closely with the Project Manager and leadership team to steer commercial strategy, procurement, and contract administration from start to finish.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute project procurement strategies and negotiate major trade packages.

• Oversee day-to-day contract administration, subcontractor performance, and variations.

• Identify, manage, and mitigate commercial and contractual risks across all stages of delivery.

• Drive profitable commercial outcomes and maintain accurate cost reporting and cash flow forecasts.

• Build strong, productive relationships with project teams, consultants, subcontractors, and clients.

Skills & Experience Required

• 8+ years of experience in a Contracts Manager or senior commercial role within the construction industry.

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline.

• Proven track record leading commercial outcomes on complex construction builds.

• Demonstrated experience developing procurement strategies and handling major trade packages.

• Strong familiarity with construction management software such as CHEOPS, Aconex, or similar platforms.

• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive Package: Remuneration up to $250k package.

• Career Growth: Lead commercial delivery on a major, career-defining build.

• Immediate / Upcoming Start: Quick turnaround for the right candidate.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.