Contract Administrator

D&B ·www.designandbuild.com.au

Location NSW - Sydney, NSW, Australia
Salary AUD 130,000 - 190,000 / year
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
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Contract Administrator | Tier 2 Builder | $50M High-End Residential Project

Join a well-established Tier 2 builder with a reputation for delivering complex projects across commercial, residential, health, education and government sectors, with project values up to $400M.

With a strong pipeline of secured work across multiple sectors, they are now looking to appoint a Contract Administrator to join the team on a high-end $50M residential development in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs.

The Role
  • Manage the procurement and administration of subcontract packages, including scope preparation, tendering, negotiations, contract awards and final accounts
  • Administer subcontractor progress claims, variations, cost forecasting and commercial reporting to ensure the project remains on budget
  • Assist with head contract administration, including progress claims, external variations, contractual correspondence and risk management
  • Coordinate RFIs, consultant communication and subcontractor engagement to support programme delivery and minimise commercial risk
  • Work closely with the Project Manager and wider delivery team to ensure the successful commercial delivery of the project
About You
  • Degree qualified in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
  • 3+ years' experience as a Contract Administrator with a head contractor in Australia
  • Proven experience delivering new build construction projects valued $30M+
  • Strong understanding of procurement, subcontract management, cost control and head contract administration
  • Detail-oriented with strong commercial acumen, communication skills and the ability to work within a high-performing project team
What's On Offer
  • Opportunity to work on a premium residential development in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs
  • Strong pipeline of secured work across multiple sectors
  • Established Tier 2 builder with excellent systems, support and mentoring
  • Collaborative and high-performing team environment
  • Competitive salary package with clear career progression
For any questions relating to this role or any other opportunities with Design & Build and our clients, please contact Adam Shaw on 02 9376 8200 or click Apply. Your application will be treated as strictly confidential.

Frequently asked questions

Who is hiring for the Contract Administrator role?
D&B is hiring for the Contract Administrator position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Contract Administrator job located?
The Contract Administrator role with D&B is based in NSW - Sydney, NSW, AU.
What does the Contract Administrator role pay?
D&B lists the Contract Administrator role at AUD 130,000–190,000 per year.
Is the Contract Administrator role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at D&B.
What experience level is the Contract Administrator role?
The Contract Administrator position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
How do I apply for the Contract Administrator role at D&B?
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