Senior Contracts Lead – High-Rise & Mixed-Use Projects

Amida Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Amida Group is seeking a Senior Contracts Administrator to lead the commercial and contractual delivery of large-scale residential and mixed-use developments in Sydney. You will own subcontractor management, cost planning, contract administration and reporting, working closely with the Project Manager and leadership team.

With 5–15+ years’ experience, you will mentor junior team members and drive best-practice delivery across procurement, variations and final accounts, ensuring alignment with

Qualifications

• 5–15+ years’ experience in a Contracts Administrator, Senior Contracts Administrator or Contracts Manager role.
• Experience delivering large-scale residential and/or mixed-use projects or new build commercial projects.
• Excellent commercial acumen and contract administration skills.
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• High level of organisation, attention to detail and time management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction cost management systems.

Responsibilities

• Managing end-to-end subcontractor procurement, tender assessments and contract negotiations.
• Preparing, administering and managing subcontract agreements.
• Managing progress claims, variations, extensions of time and final accounts.
• Maintaining accurate cost control, forecasting and financial reporting.
• Ensuring contractual compliance and risk mitigation across all project stages.
• Coordinating with site teams, consultants and external stakeholders.
• Preparing detailed commercial reports for senior management.
• Mentoring Assistant and Cadet Contracts Administrators.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Construction Management/Quantity Surveying/Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Cost management software

Job description

Amida Group is seeking a Senior Contracts Administrator to lead the commercial and contractual delivery of large-scale residential and mixed-use developments in Sydney. You will own subcontractor management, cost planning, contract administration and reporting, working closely with the Project Manager and leadership team.

With 5–15+ years’ experience, you will mentor junior team members and drive best-practice delivery across procurement, variations and final accounts, ensuring alignment with