Senior Contract Adminstrator

Icon; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2 paid days off each year

Extra week of annual leave option

16 weeks paid parental leave for primary carers

Access to wellbeing support

Internal referral bonuses

Regular social and sporting events

Discounts across retailers and insurance

$250 annual wellbeing reimbursement

Cultural leave for Indigenous employees

Long service leave eligibility

Job summary

A leading construction organization is seeking a Senior Contract Administrator for a major $150 million Social Housing project on the Gold Coast. This role requires at least 6 years of experience, a strong knowledge of AS contracts, and proven capability in financial reporting and procurement leadership. Benefits include paid volunteer days, extended parental leave, and a wellbeing reimbursement. If you're looking to drive commercial performance in a supportive environment, apply now.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years experience in contract administration or commercial roles on major projects $100m+.
• Strong knowledge of AS contracts and commercial frameworks.
• Proven capability in complex claims management.
• Advanced communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly organised, proactive, and proficient in relevant contract systems, with the ability to mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead full contract administration lifecycle including compliance and subcontractor negotiations.
• Manage complex variations and contractual risks.
• Deliver high-level financial reporting such as forecasting and budget tracking.
• Build strong relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors while overseeing performance and contractual obligations.
• Partner closely with the project team to align cost, program and commercial requirements, proactively identifying issues, supporting dispute resolution and upholding Icon’s quality and compliance standards.

Skills

Contract administration

Procurement leadership

Financial reporting

Stakeholder management

Negotiation skills

Tools

Contract management software

Job description

Why Icon?

The Icon Group is a leading construction organisation made up of Icon, Minicon and Barpa, with more than 800 employees and offices across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific. Our portfolio spans major projects in residential, commercial, health, education, defence and community infrastructure.

Backed by Kajima Corporation, one of the top 20 construction companies globally, we continue to push innovation, sustainability and excellence. With over 85 live projects ranging from $50 million to $800 million, Icon offers long‑term stability, career growth, and exposure to landmark builds.

At Icon, our people are at the heart of our success. Their expertise, drive and commitment have shaped the business we are today.

We are now seeking a Senior Contract Administrator to join our team on a major $150 million Social Housing development on the Gold Coast. This role will be instrumental in driving commercial performance, providing leadership across procurement, financial control, and contract governance.

Responsibilities

• Lead full contract administration lifecycle including compliance, procurement, subcontractor negotiations and award recommendations
• Manage complex variations, EOTs, claims and contractual risks while ensuring commercial accuracy and governance
• Deliver high‑level financial reporting such as forecasting, progress claims, payment schedules and budget tracking
• Build strong relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors while overseeing performance and contractual obligations
• Partner closely with the project team to align cost, program and commercial requirements, proactively identifying issues, supporting dispute resolution and upholding Icon’s quality and compliance standards

Requirements

• Minimum 6 years experience in contract administration or commercial roles on major projects $100m+
• Strong knowledge of AS contracts, construction legislation and commercial frameworks
• Proven capability in procurement leadership, complex claims management and financial reporting
• Advanced communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Highly organised, proactive, and proficient in relevant contract systems, with the ability to mentor junior staff

Benefits and perks

• 2 paid days off each year to support work life balance plus 2 Community2Day volunteering days
• The option to purchase an extra week of annual leave, giving you a total of 5 weeks to unwind and recharge
• 16 weeks paid parental leave for primary carers and 2 weeks for secondary carers
• Access to Sonder through our Employee Assistance Program offering comprehensive wellbeing support
• Internal referral bonuses that reward you for recommending great talent
• Regular social and sporting events that help our teams stay connected
• NAWIC memberships along with discounts across retailers, insurance providers and holiday destinations
• A $250 annual wellbeing reimbursement
• Access to cultural leave for Indigenous employees
• Long service leave eligibility after seven years across all states and territories

How to Apply

Applications should be made by submitting a CV and cover letter online outlining your interest, motivation and what you would bring to this role by way of background.

Or contact Emily Roberson (Recruitment) via [e-mail]

Recruiters, please note we are not engaging agency support for this role and do not accept unsolicited resumes. Any CVs sent via agencies will be disregarded and candidates may be approached directly.