About the role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Contract Administrator to take commercial ownership of a portfolio of commercial construction projects, from award through to completion — managing budgets, contracts, and profitability while mentoring the wider team. Our client is a well-established building contractor employing over 100 staff with multiple offices nationally based in West Melbourne.

Key responsibilities
Own the commercial performance of allocated projects — budgets, forecasting, and profitability
Administer contracts and maximise entitlements (variations, EOTs, delay costs)
Lead commercial negotiations with builders, consultants, and subcontractors
Monitor cost-to-complete, cash flow, and margin, driving corrective action where needed
Manage contract administration end-to-end — notices, claims, final accounts, retention
Partner with Procurement to manage supplier risk and budget compliance
Identify and mitigate commercial, contractual,



and programme risks
Support and mentor Project Managers and Contract Administrators
Build robust relationships with Tier 1/Tier 2 builders, developers, and consultants

About you
Proven experience as a Contract Administrator or Senior Contract Administrator in commercial construction setting
Strong commercial, financial, and contractual acumen
Confident negotiator with excellent stakeholder management skills
Leadership experience, with a track record of mentoring team members (highly regarded but not essential)
Highly organised with solid attention to detail

Benefits
Genuine commercial ownership and autonomy
Leadership exposure within a growing commercial team
Free onsite parking & company fuel card

At this stage we can only consider applicants with full Australian working rights.

📌 Senior Contract Administrator West Melbourne
🏢 BIM TECHNOLOGIES
📍 West Melbourne