Senior Contracts Administrator

Design & Build Recruitment; Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Design & Build Recruitment is seeking an experienced Senior Contract Administrator to join a respected commercial builder delivering high-quality projects across Canberra. You will work closely with Project Managers and site teams to manage contractual and financial aspects from procurement through completion.

The role suits someone who thrives in a fast-paced, autonomous yet collaborative environment. Key responsibilities include budgeting, subcontract administration, procurement, and

Qualifications

• 7+ years’ experience as a Contract Administrator within commercial construction.
• Proven experience delivering projects in Australia.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts and procurement processes.
• Excellent financial and cost management skills.
• High attention to detail and strong organisational ability.
• Confident communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work autonomously while contributing to a team environment.
• Tertiary qualifications in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or similar preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage project budgets, cost forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Prepare, negotiate, and administer subcontract agreements.
• Assess and process subcontractor claims and variations.
• Lead procurement activities and package letting.
• Monitor project costs, risks, and contractual compliance.
• Assist Project Managers with project delivery and commercial strategy.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Ensure accurate project documentation and reporting throughout delivery.

Skills

Contract administration

Financial management

Stakeholder management

Autonomy

Team collaboration

Procurement

Communication

Education

Construction Management

Quantity Surveying

Job description

About The Opportunity

Great opportunity for an experienced Senior Contract Administrator to join a well respected commercial builder delivering high-quality projects across Canberra.

Working closely with Project Managers and site teams, you will play a key role in the successful financial and contractual management of projects from procurement through to completion. This position suits someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys taking ownership, and wants to be part of a collaborative and ambitious team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage project budgets, cost forecasting, and financial reporting
• Prepare, negotiate, and administer subcontract agreements
• Assess and process subcontractor claims and variations
• Lead procurement activities and package letting
• Monitor project costs, risks, and contractual compliance
• Assist Project Managers with project delivery and commercial strategy
• Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Ensure accurate project documentation and reporting throughout delivery

About You

• 7+ years’ experience as a Contract Administrator within commercial construction
• Proven experience delivering projects in Australia
• Strong understanding of construction contracts and procurement processes
• Excellent financial and cost management skills
• High attention to detail and strong organisational ability
• Confident communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work autonomously while contributing to a team environment
• Tertiary qualifications in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or similar preferred

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to join a growing and well-regarded builder working on high quality projects
• Strong pipeline of projects in Canberra, initially working on a large scale apartment complex
• Genuinely great team environment
• Career progression opportunities into leadership roles
• Competitive salary package based on experience