Senior CA/Contracts Manager

Ivory Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development

Permanent role

Promotion path

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Ivory Group in Sydney is seeking a Senior Contracts Administrator or an experienced Contracts Manager to lead project teams through design to completion. You will report to the Commercial Manager and work closely with site, design and project teams to ensure high standards across the board.

The role requires a proven track record in commercial construction, strong leadership, and excellent communication skills to manage multiple coordinators and cadets within a dynamic, reputable firm.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years’ experience as a Senior Contracts Administrator or similar senior role.
• Proven track record delivering commercial construction projects.
• Strong leadership and people-management abilities.
• Outstanding communication and collaboration across project teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor project teams from design through delivery.
• Manage financial and contractual requirements within subcontractor tenders.
• Design and implement procurement strategies for commercial projects to maximise efficiency.
• Oversee progress claims, variations and forecast project accounts.

Skills

Leadership

Contract administration

Commercial construction

Stakeholder communication

Team management

Education

Building-related qualification

Job description

ABOUT THE COMPANY.

This nationally recognised top-tier commercial building company is highly regarded in the Australian building industry for its reputation for delivering high-end commercial projects. With over 20 years’ experience, this firm specialises in commercial projects valued in the $2M - $30M range. They are a multi-award-winning company and have established relationships with multiple high-profile clients, ensuring a robust and continuous pipeline of work.

As such, this business is looking to engage either a Senior Contracts Administrator who is looking to take a step up into a Contracts Manager position, or an established Contracts Manager looking for a new and exciting opportunity with a high reputable commercial building firm.

ABOUT THE POSITION.

As the Senior Contracts Administrator/Contracts Manager you will work alongside with Senior Contract Administrators and Project Managers and report directly to the Commercial Manager. You will work collaboratively with the site, design, and project teams to deliver projects from design through to completion stages.

You will be responsible for managing teams of Project Coordinators, Contracts Administrators and Cadets to ensure the commercial project is delivered to the highest standards.

DUTIES.

• Leadership- play an integral role in overseeing and managing the project teams as you work collaboratively. Support, mentor and guide the team from design through to delivery
• Documentation- Take ownership of all financial and contractual requirements as part of the subcontractor tender process
• Procurement- design and execute procurement strategies for commercial projects. Ensure all strategies are implemented to the highest standards, and meet requirements for increase efficiency of subcontractor packages, procurement and all financial and administrative duties
• Financial Management– continuously assess and review progress claims, variations and account forecasting

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE.

• Minimum 6 years’ experience as a Senior Contracts Administrator
• Proven track record delivering commercial construction projects
• Proven record as a Senior Contracts Administrator/Contracts Manager or similar
• Tertiary or Trade Qualification in a building related discipline is preferable
• Showcase a strong track record of stability with previous employers
• Outstanding people and communication skills

CULTURE.

This company celebrates a culture that promotes inclusion, fairness, recognition and a supportive management style. They are highly regarded as a great place to work, not only for delivering great projects, but also for the workplace and support they have created amongst their staff and with clients. They pride themselves on their people, and provide continuoussupport, guidance and mentorship bringing out the very best in their employees. As such, this company is seen as an employer of choice and boasts excellent staff retention and longevity.

BENEFITS.

• Attractive and competitive salary package
• Excellent platform for professional career development
• Stable and secure permanent opportunity with a strong pipeline of work
• Opportunity for rapid promotions and career development
• Numerous employee wellbeing & benefits initiatives