Contracts Administrator - Commercial New Build
Design and Build ·www.search-4.com.au
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An opportunity is available for an experienced Contracts Administrator to join a well-established commercial builder delivering education new build and refurbishment projects across Sydney.
The Role
As Contracts Administrator, you will work closely with the Project Manager and wider delivery team to support the successful delivery of education construction projects valued between $5M and $35M.
Key responsibilities include:
The Role
As Contracts Administrator, you will work closely with the Project Manager and wider delivery team to support the successful delivery of education construction projects valued between $5M and $35M.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing head contract and subcontract administration across multiple education projects
- Preparing, reviewing and issuing subcontract agreements and scopes of work
- Managing variations, progress claims and payment schedules
- Cost tracking, forecasting and budget management
- Procurement of trades and suppliers in line with project programmes
- Ensuring contractual compliance and maintaining accurate project documentation
- Supporting project reporting and maintaining project management systems
- Assisting with risk management, value engineering and commercial negotiations
- Building and maintaining strong working relationships with subcontractors, consultants and clients
- 2+ years' experience as a Contracts Administrator within the construction industry
- Experience delivering education, commercial or refurbishment projects valued from $5M upwards
- Strong understanding of Australian standard form contracts (AS4000, AS2124 etc.)
- Excellent commercial acumen with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Salary package up to $160k plus super (depending on experience)
- Long-term opportunity with an established commercial builder with approximately $80M annual turnover
- Exposure to a strong pipeline of education and retail projects across Sydney Metro
- Monday to Friday role (8:00am–5:00pm) with no Saturday work required
- Supportive, multicultural and collaborative team environment with genuine career development opportunities
- Positive company culture with regular team-building events and social lunches
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Who is hiring for the Contracts Administrator - Commercial New Build role?
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Where is the Contracts Administrator - Commercial New Build job located?
The Contracts Administrator - Commercial New Build role with Design and Build is based in NSW - Sydney, NSW, AU.
What does the Contracts Administrator - Commercial New Build role pay?
Design and Build lists the Contracts Administrator - Commercial New Build role at AUD 150,000–160,000 per year.
Is the Contracts Administrator - Commercial New Build role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Design and Build.
What experience level is the Contracts Administrator - Commercial New Build role?
The Contracts Administrator - Commercial New Build position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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