Senior Contracts Administrator | Multi-Res & Mixed-Use

Randstad - Construction, Property & Engineering; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad is seeking a Senior Contracts Administrator for Brisbane, focusing on multi-res and mixed-use developments. You will own the commercial function from pre-contract through to project delivery on luxury apartment projects valued at hundreds of millions of dollars.

You will lead subcontract procurement, variations, cost control, and client/consultant relationships in a fast-paced team environment. The role demands strong attention to detail and robust stakeholder management.

Qualifications

• Proven senior contracts experience in large-scale construction projects.
• Strong commercial acumen with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement, tendering, and management of subcontract packages through to final account.
• Administer subcontract agreements, variations, progress claims, and contract correspondence.
• Assess and manage subcontractor claims and payment schedules.
• Monitor project costs, forecasting, budgets, and monthly financial reporting.
• Manage head contract administration and commercial risk.
• Maintain accurate project records and ensure contractual compliance.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Commercial acumen

Communication skills

Education

Construction Management / Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management or related

Tools

Construction management software

Job description

Senior Contracts Administrator | Multi-Res & Mixed-Use

Our client is a highly regarded developer and builder with a strong reputation for delivering large residential and mixed-use developments across Queensland. With a strong pipeline of upcoming projects and continued business growth, they are seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Administrator to join their Brisbane team.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on large-scale luxury apartment developments valued between $170 million and $200 million, taking ownership of the commercial function from pre-contract through to project delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead procurement, tendering, and management of subcontract packages through to final account.
• Administer subcontract agreements, variations, progress claims, and contract correspondence.
• Assess and manage subcontractor claims and payment schedules.
• Monitor project costs, forecasting, budgets, and monthly financial reporting.
• Manage head contract administration and commercial risk.
• Maintain accurate project records and ensure contractual compliance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.

Experience Required:

• Proven experience as a Senior Contracts Administrator or a highly capable Contracts Administrator ready to step into a senior position.
• Qualifications in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline.
• Strong commercial acumen with excellent attention to detail.
• Well-developed stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience using construction management and project administration software.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced project environment while managing competing priorities.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.