Due to a significant increase in project wins and ongoing demand from key clients, our client is looking to appoint a Senior Contract Administrator to their Brisbane office. Renowned for providing expert commercial and contractual support across complex projects, they offer exposure to some of the most high-profile developments in the market.

Offering exposure to a diverse portfolio of major projects, this role will see you providing commercial leadership, contract administration expertise, and strategic support to project teams and clients alike.

About the Opportunity

Due to a significant increase in project wins and ongoing demand from key clients, our client is looking to appoint a Senior Contract Administrator to their Brisbane office. Renowned for providing expert commercial and contractual support across complex projects, they offer exposure to some of the most high-profile developments in the market.

Offering exposure to a diverse portfolio of major projects, this role will see you providing commercial leadership, contract administration expertise, and strategic support to project teams and clients alike.

The Role

As a Senior Contract Administrator, you will be responsible for supporting the commercial success of large-scale projects through effective contract administration, procurement management, and claims assessment.

Key responsibilities include:

- Managing the administration of head contracts and subcontract agreements.

- Supporting procurement strategies and subcontractor engagement processes.

- Providing contractual advice to project teams and identifying commercial risks and opportunities.

- Assessing, preparing, and negotiating progress claims and payment applications.

- Managing variations, extensions of time (EOTs), and contractual claims.





- Implementing robust change management processes and commercial controls.

- Preparing commercial reports, forecasts, budgets, and cost-to-complete assessments.

- Supporting dispute avoidance and resolution through practical commercial solutions.

- Maintaining accurate project documentation and contractual records.

- Building strong working relationships with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders.

What's on Offer

- Permanent full-time position based in Brisbane CBD.

- Exposure to landmark construction, infrastructure, utilities, mining, and renewable energy projects.

- Strong pipeline of work across multiple sectors.

- Collaborative and high-performing team environment.

- Ongoing mentoring from experienced commercial and project professionals.

- Transparent career progression opportunities within a growing business.

- Flexible and modern working arrangements.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

- Minimum 8+ years' experience in contract administration, commercial management, quantity surveying, or project advisory.

- Experience working on major construction, infrastructure, mining, energy, or industrial projects.

- Strong understanding of a variety of contract models and procurement methodologies.

- Demonstrated ability to manage complex variations, claims, and commercial negotiations.

- Experience with project controls, forecasting, budgeting, and reporting.

Skills & Attributes

- Strong contract interpretation and commercial management capabilities.

- Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

- Highly organised with strong attention to detail.

- Ability to confidently engage with clients and project teams.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills.

- Proactive approach to problem solving and risk management.

- Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment.

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