Job Description

Design & Build Recruitment – Sydney CBD NSW

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An established Sydney construction business delivering high-quality projects across the residential, commercial, industrial, and hospitality sectors.

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The business takes a selective approach to its project pipeline, allowing senior management to remain closely involved in each build and ensuring project teams have the resources and support required to deliver successfully.

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With a strong emphasis on quality, collaboration and long-term relationships, they are looking to appoint an experienced Contract Administrator to join their growing Sydney team.

The Opportunity n

An opportunity exists for a Contract Administrator to join an experienced project team and take responsibility for a broad range of commercial and contractual activities.

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Working closely with the Project Manager and wider delivery team, you'll be involved across procurement, subcontract administration, cost management and project reporting.

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This is an opportunity to gain genuine ownership of your packages rather than being siloed into a narrow role, while working directly with experienced construction professionals who can support your continued development.

The Role n

Your responsibilities will include:

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- Managing procurement and letting of subcontractor and supplier packages
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- Preparing scopes of work, tender comparisons and recommendations
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- Negotiating and administering subcontract agreements
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- Managing subcontractor variations, progress claims and payment schedules
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- Monitoring project costs, budgets and forecasts
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- Assisting with monthly cost reporting and commercial reviews
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- Managing contractual correspondence and maintaining accurate project records
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- Reviewing drawings, specifications and scopes for commercial and contractual issues
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- Identifying potential commercial risks and opportunities
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- Liaising closely with subcontractors, consultants and the site team
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- Managing package close-out and final accounts
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- Supporting the Project Manager with the overall commercial performance of the project
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The Company n

An established Sydney construction business delivering high-quality projects across the residential, commercial, industrial, and hospitality sectors.

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The business takes a selective approach to its project pipeline, allowing senior management to remain closely involved in each build and ensuring project teams have the resources and support required to deliver successfully.

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With a strong emphasis on quality, collaboration and long-term relationships, they are looking to appoint an experienced Contract Administrator to join their growing Sydney team.

The Opportunity n

An opportunity exists for a Contract Administrator to join an experienced project team and take responsibility for a broad range of commercial and contractual activities.

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Working closely with the Project Manager and wider delivery team, you'll be involved across procurement, subcontract administration, cost management and project reporting.

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This is an opportunity to gain genuine ownership of your packages rather than being siloed into a narrow role, while working directly with experienced construction professionals who can support your continued development.

The Role n

Your responsibilities will include:

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- Managing procurement and letting of subcontractor and supplier packages
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- Preparing scopes of work, tender comparisons and recommendations
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- Negotiating and administering subcontract agreements
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- Managing subcontractor variations, progress claims and payment schedules
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- Monitoring project costs, budgets and forecasts
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- Assisting with monthly cost reporting and commercial reviews
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- Managing contractual correspondence and maintaining accurate project records
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- Reviewing drawings, specifications and scopes for commercial and contractual issues
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- Identifying potential commercial risks and opportunities
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- Liaising closely with subcontractors, consultants and the site team
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- Managing package close-out and final accounts
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- Supporting the Project Manager with the overall commercial performance of the project
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About You nn
- Degree qualified in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
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- Proven experience as a Contract Administrator with an Australian construction company
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- Strong understanding of procurement and subcontract administration
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- Experience managing variations, progress claims and project cost reporting
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- Good commercial awareness and attention to detail
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- Confident negotiating and communicating with subcontractors
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- Strong organisational and time-management skills
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- Able to work collaboratively with both commercial and site-based teams
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In Return nn
- Salary up to $160,000 + Super , depending on experience
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- Join an established and growing Sydney construction business
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- Exposure to a diverse range of high-quality construction projects
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- Genuine ownership of procurement and commercial packages
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- Direct access to experienced Project Managers and senior management
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- Supportive and team-oriented working environment
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- Diverse and sustainable project pipeline
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- Genuine progression opportunities towards Senior Contract Administrator and Commercial Manager
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All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.

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📌 Contract Administrator (Sydney)
🏢 Design And Build Recruitment
📍 Sydney