Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

About the Role We are partnering with a highly respected, nationally recognized industrial who is seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Contracts Administrator to join their growing delivery team in Sydney. This pivotal role is designed for a senior construction professional who excels at managing the financial and contractual health of complex, high-value build projects primatily in the Industrial space.

Key Responsibilities

- Subcontractor & Head Contract Management: Lead tender evaluations, contract negotiations, awards, variation tracking, extensions of time (EOTs), and progress claims for complex builds.
- Cost Control & Financial Reporting: Maintain strict budget control, monitor cash flow, provide accurate forecasting, and oversee project cost analysis.
- Team Leadership & Mentorship: Drive capability across the delivery team by guiding junior Contract Administrators and fostering a culture of high performance.
- Risk Mitigation & Compliance: Proactively identify and resolve contractual risks, disputes, regulatory requirements, and authority/Green Star compliance.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong, trust-based relationships with clients, consultants, subbies, and internal site teams to maintain seamless project delivery.
- Design & Program Support: Assist with design coordination, value engineering, shop drawings, and maintaining project programs.





Key Requirements

- Experience: 5+ years of experience as a Contracts Administrator within the Australian commercial or industrial construction sector (Design & Construct experience highly regarded).
- Leadership: Proven ability to mentor junior team members and step up to assist Project Managers on major builds.
- Technical Skills: Deep understanding of head contracts, subcontract administration, security of payment legislation, and cost planning.
- Systems Proficiency: Experience using modern construction management and electronic document control systems (e.g., job costing software, document control platforms, site management apps).
- Soft Skills: Exceptional negotiation tactics, sharp analytical skills, robust dispute-resolution capabilities, and strong verbal/written communication.

Key Benefits On Offer

- Career Progression: Step into a senior, influential role with clear pathway visibility into Project Management.
- Project Diversity: Work on complex, technical, and high-profile developments across the commercial/industrial space.
- Culture: Join a team-oriented, high-performing environment that values quality delivery and team development.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all.

We actively encourage applications from any background.

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📌 Senior Contract Administrator (City of Sydney)
🏢 Select Aust Sydney
📍 City of Sydney