Senior Contracts Administrator
- Manage head and subcontract agreements, including procurement, claims, variations, payments and contract correspondence.
- Oversee project budgets, forecasts, cost control, cash flow, risk and commercial reporting across the project lifecycle.
- Partner with project and commercial leaders to ensure contractual compliance, resolve disputes and improve commercial processes.
- Immediate start available
- National Commercial Builder
- Take ownership of contracts, costs and project outcomes
Senior Contract Administrator - Major Building & Infrastructure Projects
We're partnering with a highly respected national builder delivering landmark projects across commercial, industrial, and infrastructure sectors. With a strong pipeline of upcoming developments and a focus on long-term growth, this is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Contract Administrator to take ownership of project outcomes while working alongside an experienced leadership team.
Role Overview You'll play a key part in the commercial and financial management of large-scale projects, ensuring compliance, cost control, and contractual performance. Working closely with Project Managers and Commercial Managers, you'll support the full project lifecycle - from procurement and contract administration through to closeout and final accounts.
Key Responsibilities
- Administer head and subcontract agreements, including claims, variations, and payment assessments.
- Prepare and review budgets, forecasts, and cost reports to support commercial decision-making.
- Oversee procurement, tender evaluation, and subcontract negotiations.
- Manage progress claims, contract correspondence, and dispute resolution processes.
- Monitor cash flow, risk, and cost performance across project delivery.
- Prepare monthly financial and commercial reports for internal and external stakeholders.
- Support ongoing process improvement to strengthen commercial systems and compliance.
Key Requirements
- Degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or a related field.
- 5+ years' experience in contract administration or commercial management, ideally within large-scale building or infrastructure projects.
- Sound understanding of major contract forms (AS2124, AS4000, NEC, etc.).
- Strong financial and commercial acumen with high attention to detail.
- Proficiency in contract management and cost control systems (e.g., Jobpac, Cheops, or similar).
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- A proactive mindset with ambition to progress within a strong commercial team.
Why Join?
- Be part of a progressive contractor delivering iconic projects across Australia.
- Work within a high-performing team that values integrity, mentorship, and growth.
- Exposure to complex and technically challenging builds that will fast-track your career.
- Backed by experienced commercial leaders who promote from within.
- Competitive salary, long-term security, and ongoing professional development.
This role is available now - contact Adam Penny on 0488 723 936 for a confidential chat.
Apply now by clicking the apply button below, or for a confidential discussion, reach out to Adam Penny via email at apenny@frontlineconstruction.com.au. Explore more opportunities and find your next role on our website: www.frontlinerecruitmentgroup.com/construction.
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apenny@frontlineconstruction.com.au
Reference number: Senior Contracts Adm
Profession:ConstructionContracts Management
Company: Frontline Recruitment
Date posted: 13th Nov, 2026
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