Your new company An opportunity has become available for an experienced Contracts Administrator to join a well-established commercial builder with a strong reputation for delivering quality projects across Newcastle and the Hunter Region. Operating across a diverse range of sectors including commercial, education, industrial, retail, healthcare and community projects, this organisation offers a strong pipeline of secured work, a collaborative team environment and the opportunity to work on projects that genuinely shape the local landscape.

Your new role

Working closely with Project Managers and site teams, you will play a key role in the financial and contractual management of projects from commencement through to completion. You will be responsible for ensuring commercial objectives are achieved while supporting the successful delivery of projects across a diverse portfolio.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Subcontractor procurement, negotiation and management
- Preparation and administration of subcontract agreements
- Cost planning, forecasting and budget management
- Progress claims and variations management
- Contract administration and compliance
- Management of RFIs and project documentation




- Monitoring project costs and reporting on financial performance
- Liaising with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers
- Supporting project delivery across safety, programme and quality objectives

What you'll need to succeed

To be successful in this role, you will have:

- Previous experience as a Contracts Administrator with a head contractor
- Experience delivering commercial construction projects
- Solid understanding of construction contracts and project financials
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- High attention to detail and strong organisational abilities
- Ability to manage multiple priorities across concurrent projects
- Relevant qualification in Construction Management, Building or a related discipline

What you'll get in return

- Attractive salary package
- Diverse portfolio of commercial projects
- Strong pipeline of secured work
- Supportive and collaborative team culture
- Opportunity to work closely with experienced industry professionals
- Long-term career development opportunities
- Stable position with a respected regional builder

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📌 Contracts Administrator (Newcastle City Council)
🏢 Rashi Joshi
📍 Newcastle City Council