At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage contracts and collaborate with project managers on exciting construction projects.
- Company: Well-respected building contractor with a strong focus on quality and client satisfaction.
- Benefits: Outstanding salary, flexible work options, and long-term career growth.
- Other info: Long-term career opportunity with excellent staff retention and a supportive culture.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact on innovative construction projects.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualification in Building, Construction Management, or related fields.
Location: North Shore & Northern Beaches, Sydney NSW
Pay Rate: Outstanding salary package
Posted: 01-09-2026
Closing On: 30-09-2026
Category: Full-Time
Department: Commercial Construction
THE COMPANY
With over three decades of building success, this well-respected medium tier building contractor is in an enviable position of generating almost 90% of its ongoing work from repeat business. Projects range from $1M to $250M. They are currently building several interesting, technically challenging design and construct projects and have other projects in the early design phase.
THE ROLE
The role is for a Senior Contract Administrator to work alongside a Project Manager to manage subcontract, head contract and administration on projects in addition to assisting with program, design and quality. The Senior Contract Administrators within this team normally work from the office with regular site visits but on larger scale projects being based on site is also an option. Once employees have completed a probation period, the option to work from home for 1 day a week becomes available for those that would like that option.
SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS
- Tertiary Qualified in Building or Construction Management, Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying
- Solid working knowledge of major building trades obtained while working for reputable Building Contractors
- A capable history of preparing cost forecasts, preparing cash flow analysis and monitoring financial outcomes on construction projects to at least $40M
- Broad experience of assessing subcontractor variations and preparing head contract variations
- Working knowledge of commercial and legal matters in relation to head contracts
- Excellent relationship history working well with subcontractors, stakeholders and clients.
- A concise knowledge of construction specific Acts, Codes and Regulations, the Building Code of Australia, Security of Payments Act and the Work Health and Safety Act
CULTURE
This Building Contractor employs for the long term and has outstanding staff retention. They are focused on quality, client satisfaction and the experience of the end user of the buildings they complete. They have modern offices, are contemporary in their approach but still retain a very down-to-earth culture. The team that you will join will comprise of long-term team members and you will work on projects from concept to completion. This is a strategic recruit and so there is flexibility around commencement. They would be happy to employ someone straight away but equally; they can wait for the right person to finish projects or take a break before commencing. This is a long-term career defining opportunity.
Senior Contract Administrator in Sydney employer: Louise Clinton
This well-respected medium tier building contractor, located in the beautiful North Shore & Northern Beaches of Sydney, offers an outstanding salary package and a supportive work culture that prioritises long-term employee retention. With a focus on quality and client satisfaction, employees enjoy opportunities for professional growth while working on diverse and challenging projects, alongside the flexibility of remote work options after the probation period. Join a team that values collaboration and innovation, making it an excellent employer for those seeking a meaningful career in construction.
