Senior Contract Administrator

Gough Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working environment

Autonomous working environment

Career progression opportunities

Long-term stability

Job summary

Gough Recruitment is seeking an experienced Senior Contract Administrator to join a growing construction business delivering high-quality commercial projects across Sydney. You will own the project's commercial and contractual functions from procurement through to final account completion, working closely with Project Managers and site teams.

We seek a commercially astute professional who can operate autonomously, build strong stakeholder relationships, and drive positive project outcomes while

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering or related.
• 5+ years' experience in Contract Administration in Australian construction.
• Experience on commercial, fit-out, industrial, residential or mixed-use projects.
• Strong procurement, cost management and subcontractor management.
• Ability to manage variations, EOTs, progress claims and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full contract administration process across multiple project packages.
• Lead procurement activities including tendering, scope preparation, analysis and subcontractor engagement.
• Negotiate and administer subcontract agreements.
• Assess and manage subcontractor progress claims, variations and payment schedules.
• Monitor project budgets, forecasts and cost reporting.
• Identify and mitigate commercial risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare financial reports and support monthly project reviews.
• Review contractual correspondence and ensure compliance with head contract obligations.
• Manage project cash flow and final accounts.
• Mentor and support junior Contract Administrators where required.
• Work closely with Project Managers, consultants and subcontractors to ensure successful project delivery.

Skills

Contract administration

Procurement

Budgeting

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Project reporting

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Degree in Construction Management

Tools

Jobpac

Procore

Cheops

Job description

An excellent opportunity exists for an experienced Senior Contract Administrator to join a growing construction business delivering high-quality commercial projects across Sydney. Working closely with Project Managers and site teams, you will take ownership of the project's commercial and contractual functions from procurement through to final account completion.

This role is suited to a commercially astute professional who can operate autonomously, build strong stakeholder relationships, and drive positive project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full contract administration process across multiple project packages.
• Lead procurement activities, including tendering, scope preparation, analysis and subcontractor engagement.
• Negotiate, award and administer subcontract agreements.
• Assess and manage subcontractor progress claims, variations and payment schedules.
• Monitor project budgets, forecasts and cost reporting.
• Identify and mitigate commercial risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare financial reports and support monthly project reviews.
• Review contractual correspondence and ensure compliance with head contract obligations.
• Manage project cash flow and final accounts.
• Mentor and support junior Contract Administrators where required.
• Work closely with Project Managers, consultants and subcontractors to ensure successful project delivery.

Skills & Experience

• Degree qualified in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering or a related discipline.
• 5+ years' experience in Contract Administration within the Australian construction industry.
• Experience delivering commercial, fit-out, industrial, residential or mixed-use projects.
• Strong knowledge of procurement, cost management, contract administration and subcontractor management.
• Proven ability to manage variations, EOTs, progress claims and project reporting.
• Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• High attention to detail and strong commercial acumen.
• Experience with Jobpac, Procore, Cheops or equivalent project management systems is advantageous.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary package of $180K-$200K + Super.
• Strong pipeline of secured Sydney projects.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Career progression into Commercial Manager or Project Manager pathways.
• Long-term stability with a growing business.
• Flexible and autonomous working environment.