Senior Contract Administrator

Linktal Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 190,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Professional development

Strong project portfolio

Job summary

Linktal Recruitment is assisting a national developer-builder in Sydney to recruit a Senior Contract Administrator. You will manage subcontract administration, procurement, variations, and cost control on a multi‑billion-dollar master-planned development.

The role requires degree-level qualifications in Construction Management, QS or Engineering and extensive Australian experience with large-scale packages. You will mentor juniors and work closely with project leadership.

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering or related.
• Extensive Australian construction contract administration experience.
• Experience with Tier 1/upper Tier 2 builders or developer-builders is valued.
• Proven ability to manage large, complex packages independently.
• Strong subcontract procurement, cost reporting and commercial management.

Responsibilities

• Manage full subcontract administration including prep, reviews, negotiations and execution.
• Coordinate procurement: tender docs, trade letting, evaluations and appointments.
• Administer variations, progress claims, payment schedules and extensions of time.
• Review subcontractor claims for contract compliance.
• Monitor budgets, commitments, costs and forecasts with regular reporting.
• Identify contractual and financial risks and minimise cost exposure.
• Maintain relationships with subcontractors, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Project/Construction Managers to resolve commercial issues.
• Maintain procurement schedules, contract registers and variation logs.
• Mentor Contract Administrators and junior team members.

Job description

About the Company

Our client is a well-established national developer and builder with a diverse portfolio spanning residential, mixed-use and large-scale master-planned developments across Australia.

Recognised for its commitment to quality, innovation and design excellence, the organisation continues to deliver significant projects that shape communities and the built environment. With a strong pipeline of developments, this is an excellent opportunity to join an experienced team within a growing business.

About the Role

An opportunity is available for an experienced Senior Contract Administrator to join the commercial team, supporting the delivery of a major Sydney master-planned development valued at approximately $3-4 billion.

You will play a key role in managing the commercial and contractual aspects of major construction packages, overseeing procurement, subcontract administration and cost control from project commencement through to completion.

Working closely with project management, construction teams, subcontractors and suppliers, you will help maintain commercial performance, manage contractual risks and ensure project objectives are achieved.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the full subcontract administration process, including contract preparation, reviews, negotiations and execution.

Coordinate procurement activities, including tender documentation, trade letting, tender evaluations and subcontractor appointments.

Administer variations, progress claims, payment schedules, contractual notices and extensions of time.

Review subcontractor claims and variations, ensuring compliance with contractual terms and project requirements.

Monitor project budgets, commitments, cost movements and forecasts, providing regular commercial reporting.

Identify potential contractual and financial risks and work proactively to minimise cost exposures.

Maintain strong working relationships with subcontractors, suppliers and internal project stakeholders.

Work closely with Project Managers and Construction Managers to resolve commercial and contractual matters.

Maintain accurate procurement schedules, contract registers, variation logs and project commercial records.

Support and provide guidance to Contract Administrators and junior commercial team members.

About You

Degree-qualified in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering or a related discipline.

Extensive experience in Contract Administration within the Australian construction industry.

Previous exposure to Tier 1, upper Tier 2 builders or established developer-builders is highly regarded.

Proven ability to independently manage large and complex construction packages.

Strong understanding of subcontract procurement, contract administration, cost reporting and commercial management.

Experienced in managing variations, progress claims, payment schedules, extensions of time and contractual negotiations.

Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify risks and maintain cost control.

Confident communicator with the ability to engage effectively with subcontractors, consultants and project leadership.

Previous experience mentoring or supporting junior Contract Administrators is advantageous.

Experience using ProcurePro, Plexa or similar contract management systems is highly regarded.

What's on Offer

Competitive salary of $190K-$220K + Super, depending on experience.

Opportunity to contribute to a landmark multi-billion-dollar master-planned development in Sydney.

Join an established national developer-builder with a strong project portfolio and long-term pipeline.

Work alongside experienced project, construction and commercial professionals.

Take ownership of major construction packages with significant commercial exposure.

Excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development.