Senior Contracts Administrator/Contract Manager

Adecco; Sydney; On-site; AUD 160,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco is seeking a Senior Contracts Administrator or Contracts Manager for Sydney, leading commercial delivery of landmark Class 2 residential and mixed-use developments valued between $50M and $100M+. Reporting to the Project Director, you will oversee procurement, contract administration and cost control.

The role suits a commercially astute construction professional who can own major projects, mentor juniors and work with Project Managers, site teams, consultants and clients to achieve

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Contracts Administrator or Contracts Manager on Class 2 residential/mixed-use projects.
• Strong procurement, contract administration and cost control knowledge.
• Experience managing $50M–$100M+ projects.
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Degree qualified in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead contract administration on projects valued $50M–$100M+.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, tendering and negotiations.
• Prepare and administer subcontract agreements and variations.
• Oversee cost control, forecasting and budget management.
• Provide monthly financial reporting and risk management.
• Mentor junior team members and collaborate with Project Managers and clients.
• Ensure compliance with contracts and company procedures.

Skills

Procurement management

Contract administration

Cost control

Forecasting

Variations management

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Education

Construction Management / Quantity Surveying / Engineering degree

Job description

Senior Contracts Administrator/Contract Manager

Senior Contracts Administrator / Contracts ManagerClass 2 Residential & Mixed-Use Projects | Sydney NSW

Lead the commercial delivery of landmark Class 2 residential and mixed-use developments valued between $50M and $100M+.

Our client is a well-established and growing builder delivering large-scale residential and mixed-use projects across the East Coast of Australia. Due to continued growth and a strong project pipeline, an opportunity exists for an experienced Senior Contracts Administrator or Contracts Manager to join their Sydney team.

This role will suit a commercially astute construction professional looking to take ownership of major projects while working alongside highly regarded project delivery teams.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Project Director, you will play a key role in the commercial management of major developments from procurement through to completion.

You will be responsible for managing subcontractor procurement, contract administration, cost control, forecasting, variations and commercial risk across complex projects, ensuring strong financial outcomes while supporting successful project delivery.

This is an opportunity to work on high-profile developments while progressing your career within a business with a substantial pipeline of work.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the contract administration function on projects valued between $50M and $100M+.
• Manage procurement strategies and subcontractor tender processes.
• Prepare, negotiate and administer subcontract agreements.
• Assess and manage variations, EOT claims and contractual correspondence.
• Drive project cost control, forecasting and budget management.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and commercial updates.
• Identify and manage commercial risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Site Teams, Consultants and Clients.
• Support project delivery teams in achieving programme and financial objectives.
• Mentor junior and intermediate Contracts Administrators.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and company procedures.

About You

• Proven experience as a Senior Contracts Administrator or Contracts Manager with a reputable principal contractor / builder or developer-builder.
• Strong exposure to Class 2 residential, mixed-use, high-rise residential or large-scale commercial construction projects.
• Demonstrated experience delivering projects valued between $50M and $100M+.
• Excellent knowledge of procurement, subcontract management and project financials.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, contractual risk and cost management.
• Ability to manage multiple trade packages simultaneously.
• Strong negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Degree qualified in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering or a related field.
• Stable career history and a genuine passion for delivering quality projects.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary aligned with experience up to $220k + Package
• Long-term career progression opportunities.
• Exposure to landmark residential and mixed-use developments.
• Sydney-based role with involvement across East Coast projects.
• Strong pipeline of secured work.
• Supportive leadership team and collaborative culture.
• Opportunity to step into a senior commercial leadership pathway.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded contractor delivering significant residential and mixed-use developments across Australia. You'll be trusted with genuine responsibility, work alongside experienced industry professionals and have a clear pathway toward senior commercial management.

If you're an experienced Senior Contracts Administrator ready for the next step, or an established Contracts Manager seeking a new challenge, we'd love to hear from you.