The Company
This is an opportunity to join a high-end residential builder delivering architecturally designed homes and boutique builds across Melbourne’s premium suburbs. They run a tight process, take pride in finish and detail, and have a strong pipeline of upcoming work.

What’s on Offer:

- Long-term role with a strong pipeline of premium projects
- Supportive, capable team and a builder that values process and quality
- Autonomy to run your jobs properly, not just “push paper”
- Competitive salary package based on experience

The Role
We’re looking for a senior-level Contract Administrator who has operated in a high-end residential environment and can comfortably manage projects up to $5m, working closely with the Construction Manager/Director and site teams to keep projects commercially on track from start to finish.

Key responsibilities:

- Full contract administration across multiple high-end residential projects
- Letting and negotiating subcontract packages (scope review, comparisons, award recommendations)
- Cost control, budget tracking and forecasting through the build
- Managing variations (client and subcontractor),



claims and approvals
- Progress claims, payment schedules and cost-to-complete reporting
- Procurement coordination and programme support with site teams
- Driving documentation control and maintaining clear commercial records
- Supporting project delivery outcomes (time, cost, quality, client experience)

About You:

- Proven experience as a Contract Administrator with a residential builder (high-end preferred)
- Solid exposure to projects up to $5m (ideal), with solid end-to-end delivery capability
- Confident running subcontractor procurement and contract negotiations
- Strong cost control mindset with clear, accurate reporting
- Commercially sharp, proactive and solutions-focused
- Professional communication style (can manage stakeholders without drama)
- Stable work history and genuine interest in high-quality builds

How to Apply:
Send your CV to [email protected] or give Barry a call/text on 0426 442 366 for a confidential discussion - after hours and weekend texts are fine

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