Seeking an experienced Contracts Administrator to lead commercial performance across tendering, contract negotiation, project delivery and close-out.
This is a senior, hands-on role working closely with leadership, estimating, operations and project teams. The focus is on identifying risk early, protecting margin, improving commercial outcomes and ensuring contractual opportunities are captured.
You will bring strong commercial judgement and be comfortable working across tenders, contract negotiations, project forecasting, variations, claims and complex commercial issues.
Key responsibilities
- Lead commercial and contractual reviews of tenders and major opportunities.
- Review and negotiate client, supplier and subcontractor contracts.
- Identify and manage contractual and commercial risk.
- Provide commercial input into pricing, margins and risk allowances.
- Monitor project margins, forecasts, cost-to-complete and cash flow.
- Oversee claims, variations, extensions of time and contractual notices.
- Manage significant commercial negotiations and disputes.
- Support Project Managers with practical commercial and contractual advice.
- Oversee key supplier and subcontractor commercial arrangements.
- Strengthen commercial processes, reporting and controls.
- Develop commercial capability across project and operational teams.
About you
You will be an experienced commercial professional with:
- Commercial management, contracts or quantity surveying experience within construction, engineering, infrastructure, utilities or industrial services.
- Strong knowledge of contract formation, administration, claims and variations.
- Experience reviewing and negotiating complex contracts.
- Working knowledge of the AS 4000 suite and Australian contracting frameworks.
- Strong understanding of project margins, forecasting, cost-to-complete and cash flow.
- Experience managing variations, claims and contractual disputes.
- Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.The ability to identify commercial risk and turn it into practical action.
- Confidence working with senior management and operational teams.
A relevant qualification in quantity surveying, construction management, engineering, commerce, business or law would be highly regarded.
Additional information
- Large scale infrastructure projects
- NW Tasmania-based
- Above market remuneration
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Contracts Administrator in Sydney employer: Searson Buck
Searson Buck offers a dynamic work environment in Quoiba, TAS, where you will be part of a high-performing team dedicated to excellence in finance and administration. With a strong emphasis on professional development, employees are encouraged to grow their skills while enjoying a supportive culture that values collaboration and innovation. The temporary role provides a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact within the organisation, setting the stage for potential long-term employment.
