Senior Contract Administrator

An established commercial builder is seeking an experienced Senior Contract Administrator to deliver a high-quality $25m school project in Melbourne.
This is an excellent opportunity to take commercial ownership of a significant education project, working alongside an experienced Project Manager and site team.

Why Apply?

• Take a leading commercial role on a landmark $25m school project
• Join a stable builder with a strong pipeline of upcoming projects
• Supportive project team with genuine opportunities for career progression

The Role
As Senior Contract Administrator, you will manage the project’s commercial and contractual requirements from procurement through to final completion.
Key responsibilities include:

• Managing subcontractor procurement and contract awards
• Preparing and administering head contracts and subcontracts
• Assessing progress claims, variations and extensions of time
• Monitoring project costs, budgets and cash flow
• Managing contractual correspondence and project documentation
• Working closely with the Project Manager and site team
• Maintaining strong relationships with consultants, clients and subcontractors
• Supporting the project through practical completion and final accounts

About You
To be successful, you will ideally have:

• At least five years of Contract Administration experience
• Experience delivering commercial construction projects
• Education or school project experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts and commercial management
• Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder-management skills
• Relevant construction management, quantity surveying or engineering qualifications

This role would suit an accomplished Senior Contract Administrator looking to take ownership of a major education project with a reputable and supportive commercial builder.

To apply, please use the link below. Alternatively send your CV to: [email protected] or call John Bailey on [0419 344 810](tel:0419 344 810) for a confidential discussion.