Senior Contract Administrator - $300m project

Senior Contract Administrator

Location: Melbourne
Salary: $180,000 - $250,000 + superannuation

Company:
A National Commercial & Residential contractor, best known for their luxury apartment towers in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney, constructing projects up to $150m.
This builder has been operating for 10 years with a strong backing and a focus on repeat work with their key clients.

We set the industry standard for safety, compliance, and quality, supported by our ISO accreditation, Federal Safety Accreditation, and 4-Star iCIRT rating. We’ve built our reputation by delivering outstanding projects, cultivating trusted industry partnerships, and holding ourselves to the highest standards.

Powering this success is our team—driven, passionate professionals who love what they do. As we expand, we’re seeking talented individuals eager to build a rewarding career in an environment where their ideas matter and their contribution makes a real impact.

Opportunity:

Joining the business as a Senior Contract Administrator, you will work closely with the Senior Project Manager, Project Engineer and other support to collaborate with the developer on a 2 stage project, beginning in September.

Key Responsibilities:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the administration of project contracts, including head contracts and subcontracts.

• Processing and tracking subcontractor progress claims, payments, and variations as Commercial Lead.

• Coordinating the issuance and tracking of project documentation such as EOT's, RFI's, and site instructions.

• Maintaining and organising accurate project documentation and contract records, ensuring all files are current and complete.

• Supporting the negotiation and resolution process for minor contract issues or disputes as directed.

• Collaborating closely with the Senior Project Manager & Project Engineer to ensure seamless contract flow and successful project delivery.

About You:

To be considered for the position, you will have

• Demonstrative experience as a Senior Contract Administrator within the commercial construction industry in Australia

• Multi Level Construction experience is essential

• Experience working with Tier 1 or 2 builders, working on builds larger than $200m

• An understanding of standard Australian construction contracts and legal frameworks.

• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.

• Experience using Jobpac, Procore, Aconex, Bluebeam, 1Breadcrumb

• A positive mindset, keen to learn, and a willingness to take ownership of tasks.

Next Steps:
If this is a role that you're interested in hearing more, please reach out to Ryan - 0498510836

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