Contract Administrator

Primary LocationNSW - Rockdale Job Description SummaryExciting new opportunity for a Contract Administrator to join our ConnectSydney team support a major transport project About the Role

ConnectSydney, a dynamic joint venture between Service Stream, Boral and Johnson Controls, will be delivering the Sydney Road Assets Performance Contract for the Harbour Zone in metropolitan Sydney. We are looking for talented, motivated and driven individuals to join the team who will be committed to delivering innovative, customer-focused and sustainable outcomes whilst also establishing a positive legacy for our customers and community.

We're seeking a proactive Contracts Administrator to join our ConnectSydney team. In this role, you'll manage key commercial functions across the project, including legal compliance, insurance, procurement, cost control, contract administration, and reporting. You'll play a vital part in ensuring contractual obligations are met and commercial practices are effectively implemented. A major focus will be subcontractor and supplier management, as well as supporting the preparation and administration of claims under the Head Contract. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a high-profile project while driving best-practice commercial outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer subcontractor arrangements to ensure compliance with contractual and legal requirements.
• Assess Subcontractor Payment claims : Review and assess progress claims in collaboration with the Construction Manager, Senior Project Manager, Project Managerand Site Supervisors.
• Ensure correct cost allocation of project costs
• Negotiate and finalise variations, delays, and contractual claims to achieve best outcomes within obligations.
• Value completed work and coordinate timely payments in line with relevant subcontract agreements and legislation.
• Support project teams in establishing subcontractor agreements, including vetting and drafting subcontracts  
• Ensure special conditions align with head contract obligations and protect company interests.
• Identify and manage any risks associated with Head Contract and Subcontract engagements for a given project
• Monitor commercial performance of a project with engineers, project managers and supervisors
• Ensure all project related risks, claims and variations are accurately reflected in the forecast
• Work with Project Managers to prepare Head Contract progress claim
• Support Engineers and Project Managers with procurement including RFQ, tender evaluation and award, in accordance with Procurement Plan
• Manage Subcontractor Performance

About You:

• Demonstrated post graduate experience in contracts administration within the construction industry or other similar industries
• Five  years working in an administrative role with previous experience in financial reporting and budgeting
• Experience with contract & project administration and reporting
• Degree in Quantity Surveying / Construction Management / Engineering/ Law or Business/Commerce is desirable

About Us:

ConnectSydney is an equal opportunity employer who believes diversity of thought, background and experience strengthens relationships and benefits our people, clients, and communities. We are committed to cultivate an inclusive and high-performing culture where our people thrive and are proud to bring their whole selves to work, inspiring a respectful and inclusive environment. ConnectSydney encourages and welcomes the opportunity for applicants to share their lived experiences.

Benefits of working with us include:

• Growth – We are growing and there are opportunities for your career development across our business units.
• Discounts - Access to hundreds of businesses such as Woolworths, Air BNB, The Iconic, JB HI-FI, Dan Murphys, Bupa Health Care, and Specsavers. We also offer access to novated leasing.
• Paid leave - Parental, cultural, community service, study, corporate volunteering and purchased leave available.
• Culture – We are dedicated to fostering a workplace environment that values diversity and inclusion, and we recognise and celebrate excellence throughout the year.

How To Apply

Please submit your interest with the apply button where you will be directed to create a profile on our system. We celebrate diversity at ConnectSydney and welcome applications from people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, people with a disability or neurodivergence, and those from LGBTIQA+, Veteran or other diverse groups.

Feel free to email  for any inquiries on how we can best support you with reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and a designated person will contact you regarding your inquiry.

DepartmentMeteringHow to Apply

If this sounds like you apply now to the Service Stream Recruitment Team via the online application button.

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