Chong Jian Construction Australia (CJCA) is an established Sydney-based construction company delivering high-quality residential and mixed-use developments across NSW.

CJCA operates under an Integrated Management System (IMS) certified to ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management), ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management) and ISO 45001:2018 (Occupational Health & Safety), reflecting our commitment to quality, safety, environmental responsibility and continuous improvement.

As our project portfolio continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Administrator to join our team and play a key role in the commercial and contractual management of our projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly capable construction professional who is commercially driven, solutions-focused and well organised, and who is ready to take greater ownership across the full project lifecycle.

About the Role

Reporting to the Construction Manager and General Manager, the Senior Contracts Administrator will work closely with Project Managers, site teams, consultants, subcontractors, clients and other key stakeholders to achieve strong commercial, contractual and project outcomes.

You will take a senior role in contract administration, procurement, cost and risk management, while supporting project delivery from pre-construction through construction, Practical Completion and post-construction.

This role offers a broad level of responsibility and is ideally suited to an experienced Senior CA who is commercially focused, solutions-driven and confident working across both the contractual and operational aspects of construction.

Key Responsibilities

Review and administer Head Contracts, subcontracts, scopes of work and associated contractual documentation.

Manage subcontractor procurement, including tender packages, tender analysis, negotiations, recommendations and contract awards.

Prepare and administer subcontract agreements and ensure contractual obligations are clearly understood and managed.

Manage subcontractor progress claims, payment schedules and contractual compliance.

Prepare, assess and manage variations, EOTs, contractual notices and claims.

Monitor project costs, commitments and commercial risks,



and contribute to cost reporting and forecasting.

Identify contractual and commercial risks early and work closely with project management to minimise CJCA’s exposure.

Provide commercial and contractual advice and support to Project Managers, Construction Managers and site teams throughout project delivery.

Liaise professionally with clients, Superintendents, consultants, subcontractors and other key project stakeholders.

Review scopes of work to ensure completeness, minimise scope gaps and support effective procurement.

Participate in design coordination and buildability reviews where commercial or contractual input is required.

Support project compliance with the NCC, relevant Australian Standards and statutory requirements.

Assist with project approvals and critical certification stages, including CC and OC.

Maintain high standards of project correspondence, records and document control using Procore.

Contribute to CJCA’s Integrated Management System (IMS) and ongoing quality, environmental and WHS management processes.

Assist with authority approvals, inspections, audits and regulatory matters, including liaison with relevant authorities where required.

Support project handover, Practical Completion, final accounts, defect management and post-construction matters.

Provide practical solutions to contractual, commercial, design and compliance matters that may impact project delivery.

Provide guidance and mentoring to Junior Contracts Administrators and support the development of the wider commercial team.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

A Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering or a related discipline.

A minimum of 10 years’ relevant experience within the Australian construction industry,



with demonstrated experience in contract administration and commercial management.

Proven experience as a Senior Contracts Administrator, or in a comparable senior commercial/contracts role.

Previous experience working for a Head Contractor will be highly regarded.

Strong knowledge of Head Contracts, subcontracts, procurement and contract administration.

Demonstrated experience managing variations, EOTs, progress claims, payment schedules, contractual notices and claims.

Strong commercial awareness with proven experience in cost management, forecasting and commercial risk management.

Sound knowledge of the NCC, Australian Standards and relevant construction legislation and compliance requirements.

Strong negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills.

Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.

Excellent attention to detail, organisational and time-management skills.

Confidence working with clients, Superintendents, consultants, subcontractors, Project Managers and site teams.

Experience with Procore or similar construction management platforms will be highly regarded.

Demonstrated ability to mentor and support junior Contracts Administrators.

The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and perform effectively in a quick-paced project environment.

A professional approach with a high level of integrity, accountability and teamwork.

What We Offer

Competitive salary package of $160,000–$190,000 + Super, depending on experience and capability.

Exposure to significant residential and mixed-use construction projects across Sydney.

A senior position with genuine responsibility and project ownership.

Direct access to senior management and involvement in key commercial and project decisions.

The opportunity to work within an ISO-certified organisation with established quality, environmental and WHS management systems.

A professional, collaborative and supportive working environment.

Long-term career development and progression opportunities as CJCA continues to grow.

The opportunity to mentor junior team members and contribute to the continued development of CJCA’s commercial function.

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📌 Senior Contracts Administrator (New South Wales)
🏢 CJCA
📍 New South Wales