Senior Contracts Administrator / Contracts Manager Class 2 Residential & Mixed-Use Projects | Sydney NSW

Lead the commercial delivery of landmark Class 2 residential and mixed-use developments valued between $50M and $100M+.

Our client is a well-established and growing builder delivering large-scale residential and mixed-use projects across the East Coast of Australia. Due to continued growth and a strong project pipeline, an opportunity exists for an experienced Senior Contracts Administrator or Contracts Manager to join their Sydney team.

This role will suit a commercially astute construction professional looking to take ownership of major projects while working alongside highly regarded project delivery teams.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Project Director, you will play a key role in the commercial management of major developments from procurement through to completion.

You will be responsible for managing subcontractor procurement, contract administration, cost control, forecasting, variations and commercial risk across complex projects, ensuring strong financial outcomes while supporting successful project delivery.

This is an opportunity to work on high-profile developments while progressing your career within a business with a substantial pipeline of work.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead the contract administration function on projects valued between $50M and $100M+.
- Manage procurement strategies and subcontractor tender processes.
- Prepare, negotiate and administer subcontract agreements.
- Assess and manage variations, EOT claims and contractual correspondence.
- Drive project cost control, forecasting and budget management.
- Prepare monthly financial reports and commercial updates.
- Identify and manage commercial risks throughout the project lifecycle.
- Work closely with Project Managers, Site Teams, Consultants and Clients.
- Support project delivery teams in achieving programme and financial objectives.




- Mentor junior and intermediate Contracts Administrators.
- Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and company procedures.

About You

- Proven experience as a Senior Contracts Administrator or Contracts Manager with a reputable principal contractor / builder or developer-builder.
- Strong exposure to Class 2 residential, mixed-use, high-rise residential or large-scale commercial construction projects.
- Demonstrated experience delivering projects valued between $50M and $100M+.
- Excellent knowledge of procurement, subcontract management and project financials.
- Strong understanding of construction contracts, contractual risk and cost management.
- Ability to manage multiple trade packages simultaneously.
- Strong negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Degree qualified in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering or a related field.
- Stable career history and a genuine passion for delivering quality projects.

What's on Offer?

- Competitive salary aligned with experience up to $220k + Package
- Long-term career progression opportunities.
- Exposure to landmark residential and mixed-use developments.
- Sydney-based role with involvement across East Coast projects.
- Strong pipeline of secured work.
- Supportive leadership team and collaborative culture.
- Prospect to step into a senior commercial leadership pathway.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded contractor delivering significant residential and mixed-use developments across Australia. You'll be trusted with genuine responsibility, work alongside experienced industry professionals and have a clear pathway toward senior commercial management.

If you're an experienced Senior Contracts Administrator ready for the next step, or an established Contracts Manager seeking a current challenge, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now for a confidential discussion. Or contact me at [email protected] or call (phone hidden)

📌 Senior Contracts Administrator/Contract Manager (Sydney)
🏢 Adecco
📍 Sydney