Senior Contract Administrator

11 hours ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Design & Build Full time

The Company 

A specialist construction business with a strong reputation across the education, health, and government sectors, this company combines Tier 2 systems with boutique agility. Known for their technical capability and hands-on leadership, they've become a partner of choice for complex new-build and refurbishment projects across NSW.

Built on integrity, precision, and strong client relationships, they continue to expand through repeat work and long-term partnerships, offering a stable platform for ambitious professionals looking to make an impact.

The Opportunity

An opportunity for an accomplished Senior Contract Administrator to take full commercial ownership of multiple major projects within the education, health, childcare and government spaces. You'll join a trusted delivery team managing projects throughout metropolitan Sydney, with direct exposure to senior leadership and client representatives.

You'll play a key role in ensuring financial performance, contractual compliance, and risk mitigation across technically complex projects ranging from $10M–$50M in value.

The Role

Reporting to the Project Manager and Commercial Manager, your responsibilities will include:

  • Managing all head contract and subcontractor agreements, from procurement through close-out
  • Administering variations, progress claims, and payment schedules with precision and compliance
  • Preparing and maintaining project cost reports, forecasts, and cashflow tracking
  • Supporting risk management, value engineering, and project reporting functions
  • Liaising closely with clients, consultants, and delivery teams to resolve scope, design, or commercial issues
  • Providing leadership and mentorship to junior contract administrators and project engineers

About You

  • Tertiary qualifications in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline
  • 7 + years' experience in contract administration or commercial management within construction
  • Proven background working on complex commercial projects, preferably education, healthcare, or institutional projects
  • Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to manage multi-million-dollar contracts
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
  • Detail-focused and proactive, with a strong understanding of construction law and compliance

In Return

  • Salary package up to $230,000 + Super, depending on experience
  • Lead the commercial function on key projects for the business
  • Join a stable, values-driven business with strong client relationships and consistent growth
  • Opportunity for career progression into Commercial Management or Project Leadership roles
  • A collaborative, outcome-focused culture where initiative is recognised

How to Apply Click Apply and include your resume and project list (Word format preferred).

For a confidential discussion about this role or others within the construction sector, contact Mitchell Barker on

All applications are treated with strict confidentiality.

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