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Senior Contracts Administrator/Contracts Manager

Job Posted 3/6/2025
Design & Build Recruitment
Canberra, AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL T 2600
Category Administrative
Job Description

Senior Contracts Administrator required for a $105M commercial project about to kick off in Canberra with further growth forecasted in the region.

Great opportunity to join a team of construction professionals working on a range of projects in the ACT region.

Roles and Responsibilities
  • Preparation of subcontractor packages, scopes, lettings, procurement schedules
  • Progress claim assistance and external variations
  • Review, negotiation and finalization of subcontracts
  • Management and tracking of project expenditure, inclusive of subcontractor claims
  • Administration of RFIs to clients, architects, and consultants
  • Administration of the project HSE system
Minimum Requirements
  • Senior and mid-level construction/building contract/commercial management skill set with experience managing head and subcontracts on government building projects
  • Aspiring contract administration level; demonstrated experience in leading subcontractor/trade administration on medium to large built form projects
  • Industry relevant degree qualification
  • Familiarity with Contract Law principles & construction specific Acts, codes, and Regulations
  • Confident & collaborative communicator
  • Self-motivated and ability to drive autonomous outcomes and decisions
  • Process and system appreciative

For any questions relating to this role or other opportunities with D&B and our clients please contact Sophie Potts on / or click apply. Your application will be treated as strictly confidential.