Senior Contracts Administrator - High-Rise Residential

JobAdder Operations Pty; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Landmark Australia is seeking a Contracts Administrator to join our dynamic construction team in Sydney. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, experience in Class 2 high-rise residential projects, and a solid understanding of the Sydney market.

Responsibilities include managing all contract requirements from pre-construction to completion, drafting scopes, managing tender processes, and coordinating with subcontractors to resolve issues and handle variations.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Construction Management or equivalent.
• 4 - 6 years' experience in a similar Contracts Administrator role.
• Experience working for a developer/builder on Class 2 high-rise residential projects.
• Strong knowledge of the Sydney construction market and subcontractor landscape.
• Solid understanding of construction practices and safety management.
• Familiarity with Procore and Jobpac.
• Ability to manage multiple residential projects simultaneously.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage all project contract requirements from pre-construction through to completion.
• Prepare cost reports and manage large sub-contractor packages.
• Read and interpret site and engineering plans; prepare Bills of Quantities.
• Draft scope of works, procurement schedules and manage the tender process end to end.
• Resolve contractual issues with subcontractors and evaluate/negotiate claims and variations.
• Issue variations and manage progress claims for Project Manager sign-off.
• Produce payment schedules in line with the Security of Payment Act.
• Prepare Deeds of Release on completion of subcontracts.
• Collate warranties, certifications, manuals and as-built documentation.
• Liaise with the PCA to obtain Occupation Certificate documentation.
• Assist with cost projections and forecasting, and overall program compilation.
• Physically check completed work on site for claims and payment purposes.
• Administer RFIs to clients, architects and consultants.
• Manage a team when required and lead from the front.
• Maintain confidentiality across all commercial and contractual matters.

Skills

Excellent communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Leadership

Education

Degree qualified in Construction Management or equivalent

Tools

Procore

Jobpac

Job description

Landmark Australia is seeking a Contracts Administrator to join our dynamic construction team in Sydney. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, experience in Class 2 high-rise residential projects, and a solid understanding of the Sydney market.

Responsibilities include managing all contract requirements from pre-construction to completion, drafting scopes, managing tender processes, and coordinating with subcontractors to resolve issues and handle variations.