Contracts Administrator

Akura is a leading construction and property development company providing industrial property solutions to owner-occupiers, developers, and investors. Operating for over 45 years, we've built our reputation on quality, on-time delivery, and innovative design. We are a family-owned company with a values-based culture, a healthy pipeline of work and big plans for future growth. Our product offering supports clients across the full construction cycle, from architectural and structural design, in-house manufacturing of structural steel and precast concrete panels, through to on-site teams and project management. The result? Top-shelf Industrial Space.

Located in either our Sydney or Bathurst office, the Contracts Administrator will support the Project Manager to deliver multimillion-dollar industrial projects across Sydney and Regional NSW. This permanent role is part of our engineered Steel and Precast package project team. You will ensure project success through effective contract management, cost control, and strong collaboration with key stakeholders. This position involves a fortnightly travel commitment in line with role requirements.

• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and financial reports
• Monitor costs, variations, invoicing, and compliance with SOPA/legal requirements
• Manage POs, subcontracts, insurances, and payment schedules
• Prepare, review, and manage contracts and trade packages
• Assist with tendering, quote analysis, and procurement registers
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Monitor contract performance and project costs
• Maintain project registers and documentation
• Issue and track subcontractor defects to completion
• Manage procurement, scheduling, and deliveries
• Support Project Manager with claims, reporting, and contract payments
• Track long-lead items, subcontractor performance, and progress
• Ensure systems and documentation are accurate and up to date
• Ensure contractor compliance (SWMS, personnel, equipment)
• Assist with project safety plans and maintain relevant records
• Manage defects in Procore and ensure ITPs are completed

You will be a detail-oriented Contracts Administrator with strong experience managing large-scale, industrial/commercial construction contracts and a proven ability to meet deadlines and maintain high-quality standards. This position requires excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders to ensure project success. You can demonstrate:

• Previous experience in contract administration within the construction industry, preferably industrial projects
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, regulatory requirements, and project management processes
• Attention to detail and a proactive, problem-solving mindset
• Proficiency in Procore and MS Office Suite is desirable

• An exciting opportunity in a growing, market-leading business
• Opportunity to grow your career – we invest in our people
• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Competitive salary | Base + Super + Phone Allowance
• Inclusion in the Akura Bonus Scheme, paid quarterly

This is a fantastic opportunity to join the Akura team. Alignment with our core values is key, so if you've got the right skills and you're a reliable, a team player with a can-do attitude, driven to deliver quality outputs and willing to innovate/challenge the status quo, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to start your Akura journey.

Notes: recruitment agencies should refrain from submitting unsolicited resumes. As part of our recruitment process, we conduct background checks, including police and medical assessments, to ensure suitability for the role.