Contracts Administrator

Programmed · Darlinghurst NSW 2010 · Full time
Posted 2d ago

Contracts Administrator

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~$90k - $120k(Estimated)
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KEY POINTS WE FOUND
  • Support commercial and contractual administration of construction projects from pre-construction through to completion.
  • Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and consultants, and assist with procurement, project documentation and reporting.
  • Monitor costs, variations, progress claims and budgets while collaborating with project teams and stakeholders.

  • Well-established commercial builder with a strong pipeline of projects
  • Work with an experienced, high-performing team
  • Competitive package and genuine progression opportunities

Contracts Administrator

Our client is looking for a motivated Contracts Administrator with up to 5 years' experience to join their supportive and high-performing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience working for a Tier 2 or Tier 3 builder who is looking to further develop their commercial skills, take on greater responsibility and gain exposure to a range of exciting construction projects.

With an established team, strong project pipeline and genuine opportunities for career progression, this is a business that invests in its people and supports long-term development.

The Opportunity

As a Contracts Administrator, you will play an integral role in supporting the successful delivery of construction projects from pre-construction through to completion.

Working closely with experienced Project Managers, Site Managers and external stakeholders, you'll gain valuable exposure across the full project lifecycle.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Assisting with the commercial and contractual administration of construction projects

  • Coordinating subcontractors, suppliers and consultants

  • Managing project documentation, reporting and correspondence

  • Assisting with procurement and subcontractor letting

  • Monitoring project costs, variations, progress claims and budgets

  • Supporting project programming and delivery

  • Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders

  • Working collaboratively with the wider project team to achieve successful project outcomes

About You

We're looking for an ambitious construction professional with approximately 2-5 years' experience who is keen to continue developing their career within a reputable construction business.

Ideally, you'll bring:

  • 2-5 years' experience in a Contracts Administrator

  • Previous experience working for a Tier 2 or Tier 3 construction company

  • Relevant tertiary qualifications in Construction Management, Engineering or a related discipline

  • Exposure to subcontractor management, procurement, variations and progress claims

  • Strong communication, organisation and time management skills

  • A proactive, commercially minded and solutions-focused approach

  • The ability to work effectively within a collaborative project team

  • A genuine desire to learn, develop and progress into more senior responsibilities

What's On Offer?

  • Join a growing and well-established construction business

  • Supportive, close-knit and high-performing team

  • Work alongside experienced construction professionals

  • Exposure to a variety of interesting construction projects

  • Genuine opportunities for career progression

  • Opportunity to take ownership and develop your commercial capabilities

  • A business that values culture, collaboration and professional development

If you're currently working within a Tier 2 or Tier 3 construction environment and looking for an opportunity to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Lauren on lauren.duignan@persolapac.com at PERSOL for a confidential discussion.

Consultant

Lauren.Duignan@persolapac.com

Reference number: 210387699
Profession:ConstructionContracts Administration

Company: Programmed Skilled Workforce
Date posted: 5th Nov, 2026

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Skills

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CollaborativeConstruction project administrationContracts administrationCost controlExcellent communication skillsOrganisationProblem solvingProcurementProgress claimsProject documentationProject programmingProject reportingStakeholder managementSubcontractor managementTime managementVariation management

Licenses & certifications

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Tertiary qualification in construction managementTertiary qualification in engineering

Perks & benefits

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Career progression opportunitiesCompetitive packageExposure to a variety of construction projectsProfessional developmentSupportive, high-performing team

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