Our client is an established, growing commercial builder seeking an experienced Senior Contract Administrator to join its team this side of the new year!

The business specialises in retail, industrial and commercial construction, delivering projects generally valued between $4M and $25M. It has established relationships with major property owners and institutional clients, including some of Australia's largest REITs.

With projects secured for 2027 and 2028, and further developments being planned beyond that, the business offers excellent long-term stability and the opportunity to become an key part of a close-knit team.

The Role
Initially, you'll work across two projects assisting an experienced Project Manager

- Project 1: $12M commercial construction project, currently in construction delivery stages, with the head contract and much of the procurement already established.
- Project 2: A $3M retail involving the repurposing of an existing large-format retail property.

Both projects offer a manageable starting point, allowing you to become familiar with the business, its systems and delivery processes.
As the pipeline progresses, you'll take on further projects across the retail and industrial sectors, working closely with senior management and the project delivery team.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage contract administration across multiple construction projects.
- Oversee subcontractor procurement, letting and contract administration.
- Manage progress claims, variations, cost reporting and subcontractor payments.
- Monitor budgets, forecasts and project financial performance.




- Identify commercial risks and proactively resolve contractual issues.
- Maintain accurate documentation, registers and reporting.
- Work closely with Project Managers, Site Managers and subcontractors.
- Support the commercial delivery of projects from procurement through to completion.

About You

- Proven experience (5 years +) as a Contract Administrator with a commercial head contractor.
- Ideally, a background in retail, industrial or commercial new build construction.
- Strong subcontractor procurement, cost management and contractual administration experience.
- Bachelors degree in Construction, Property, QS, Design or something similar
- Excellent organisation, attention to detail and commercial discipline.
- A proactive, hands-on approach and the ability to take ownership of your responsibilities.
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative, practical personality.
- Comfortable working in a smaller, close-knit construction business.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

- Established builder with consistent year-on-year growth.
- Secured project pipeline extending into 2027 and 2028.
- Further developments being planned for future years.
- Strong repeat-client relationships with major Australian property groups.
- Decent sized new build, refurbishment and fit out projects
- Direct access to senior management and genuine long-term progression.
- Supportive, family-business environment where your contribution will be recognised.

Apply!
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📌 Senior Contract Administrator (Sydney)
🏢 CGC Recruitment
📍 Sydney