Contracts Administrator An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Contracts Administrator to join a well-established construction contractor delivering Education and Aged Care projects across Newcastle and the wider NSW region managing 3 projects across the Newcastle region.

This role offers the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, develop your commercial expertise, and contribute to a business known for quality delivery, strong client relationships, and long-term project pipelines. You will be based from the companies office in Newcastle.

Role:

- Working closely with the Project Manager, Construction Manager, Site Teams, and Commercial leadership to ensure smooth project delivery.

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- Managing all contractual and commercial aspects of projects from procurement through to final accounts.

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- Preparing, assessing, and managing subcontractor scopes, tender packages, contract negotiations, and award recommendations.

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- Administering progress claims, variations, extensions of time, and cost reporting in line with project budgets and company procedures.

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- Monitoring project costs, forecasting, and cash flow, ensuring accurate monthly reporting.

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- Maintaining strong relationships with consultants, subcontractors,



and suppliers to ensure successful outcomes.

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- Supporting compliance with company systems, quality standards, and WHS requirements across all projects.

Requirements:

- 1+ years’

experience in a Contracts Administrator role within the construction industry.

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- Proven experience working on Education, Aged Care, or similar building projects.

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- Strong understanding of Australian construction contracts and procurement processes.

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- Demonstrated ability to manage subcontractors, consultants, and multiple stakeholders.

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- Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with strong commercial acumen and attention to detail.

Salary &
- Benefits:

- Salary Circa $130k-$140k Plus Super + Car
- Free Parking
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Strong pipeline of local Newcastle-based projects
- Brand New office space with pool table and ping pong table
- Company advantages and flexible working arrangements

For any questions relating to this role or any other opportunities with D&B; and our clients please contact Emily Collins on (phone hidden) or click apply. Your application will be treated as strictly confidential.

📌 Contracts Administrator (Newcastle)
🏢 Design & Build
📍 Newcastle