Senior Contract Administrator

Quadrant; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Quadrant in Melbourne is seeking a Senior Contract Administrator / Commercial Lead to take ownership of financials and head contracts on a flagship build valued at $100M+. You will act as the commercial right hand to the Senior Project Manager, overseeing major packages on site.

Ideal candidates have a proven track record on Australian commercial projects, deep knowledge of standard contract forms, and strong negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated delivery as a Senior or Lead CA on Australian commercial projects, ideally with exposure to works valued at $80M–$100M+.
• Strong knowledge of Australian standard forms of contracts (D&C, Lump Sum, GC21, AS4000/4902).
• Ability to run procurement processes and maintain commercial margins.

Responsibilities

• Head Contract Oversight: administer head contracts, manage claims, variations, EOTs, and progress valuations.
• Major Trade Procurement: package, negotiate, and award key sub contractor packages ($10M–$30M+).
• Financial Control & Reporting: drive CVRs, cash flow forecasting, cost-to-complete analyses, and executive reporting.
• Subcontractor Relations: manage subcontracts, payment claims, and resolve disputes.
• Team Leadership: mentor junior Contract Administrators and Cadets on site.

Skills

Commercial Experience

Contract Negotiation

Leadership

Financial Oversight

Education

Degree in Construction Management/Quantity Surveying/Engineering

Job description

I am exclusively partnering with one of Australia’s most respected and award-winning national head contractors to appoint a Senior Contract Administrator / Commercial Lead for an upcoming flagship build valued in excess of $100M+.

This builder is widely recognized for delivering complex, architecturally significant projects across the commercial, education, health, and civic sectors. They combine the scale, systems, and balance sheet of a Tier-1 player with the agile, relationship-led culture of a premier mid-tier builder.

Operating as the commercial right hand to the Senior Project Manager, you will hold complete financial and contractual ownership of major packages and head contract administration on site.

The Opportunity

I am exclusively partnering with one of Australia’s most respected and award-winning national head contractors to appoint a Senior Contract Administrator / Commercial Lead for an upcoming flagship build valued in excess of $100M+.

This builder is widely recognized for delivering complex, architecturally significant projects across the commercial, education, health, and civic sectors. They combine the scale, systems, and balance sheet of a Tier-1 player with the agile, relationship-led culture of a premier mid-tier builder.

Operating as the commercial right hand to the Senior Project Manager, you will hold complete financial and contractual ownership of major packages and head contract administration on site.

Key Responsibilities

• Head Contract Oversight: Lead the administration of head contracts (D&C, GC21, AS4902/AS4000), managing claims, variations, extensions of time (EOTs), and progress valuations.
• Major Trade Procurement: Strategically package, negotiate, and award key sub contractor packages ($10M–$30M+ scopes) with a focus on risk mitigation and value engineering.
• Financial Control & Reporting: Drive monthly Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs), cash flow forecasting, cost-to-complete analyses, and commercial reporting to executive leadership.
• Subcontractor Relations: Administer subcontracts, manage payment claims under statutory security-of-payment legislation, and resolve commercial disputes proactively.
• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor junior Contract Administrators and Cadets across the site commercial team.

What We’re Looking For

• Commercial Track Record: Demonstrated delivery as a Senior or Lead CA on Australian commercial projects, ideally with direct exposure to works valued at $80M–$100M+.
• Contractual Acumen: In‑depth knowledge of Australian standard forms of building contracts (D&C, Lump Sum, GC21, AS4000/4902).
• Strong Negotiation Skills: Proven ability to run competitive, thorough procurement processes and maintain commercial margins.
• Qualifications: Degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or equivalent.

Why Consider This Move?

• Project Calibre: Lead the commercial delivery of a marquee, high-profile $100M+ project from early stages.
• Career Trajectory: A flat leadership structure that actively supports career progression toward Senior Contracts Manager or Project Manager.
• Industry Reputation: Outstanding staff retention, modern site support systems, and a culture that values work‑life balance alongside high performance.
• Remuneration: Highly competitive salary package tailored to top‑tier commercial talent.

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