Lead Contract Administrator – Major Commercial Project

Redpath Partners; Sydney; On-site; AUD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Redpath Partners is seeking an experienced Senior Contract Administrator to lead commercial and contractual activities on major large-scale commercial projects. The role involves end-to-end contract administration, procurement oversight, and strong stakeholder engagement to ensure commercial success.

You will work closely with the Project Manager and site team, manage variations and claims, monitor costs and risks, and maintain rigorous contract records to support project delivery.

Qualifications

• 6+ years' commercial construction experience
• Experience with large-scale commercial projects
• Strong procurement and cost management knowledge

Responsibilities

• Managing the full contract administration process across the project
• Preparing, reviewing and negotiating subcontractor packages and agreements
• Managing procurement, subcontractor engagement and commercial negotiations
• Preparing and assessing variations, progress claims, EOTs and other contractual matters
• Managing subcontractor relationships and resolving commercial issues
• Monitoring project costs, budgets, forecasts and financial performance
• Identifying and managing commercial and contractual risks
• Liaising with Project Manager and site team to achieve commercial outcomes
• Maintaining accurate project documentation and contractual records
• Providing commercial advice and reporting to senior project leadership
• Supporting the successful delivery of the project from a commercial and contractual perspective

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Attention to detail

Contract administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

CHEOPS

Aconex

Job description

Redpath Partners is seeking an experienced Senior Contract Administrator to lead commercial and contractual activities on major large-scale commercial projects. The role involves end-to-end contract administration, procurement oversight, and strong stakeholder engagement to ensure commercial success.

You will work closely with the Project Manager and site team, manage variations and claims, monitor costs and risks, and maintain rigorous contract records to support project delivery.