227 - Contracts Administrator

Location: Sydney
  • Industry: Administration & Office Support
  • Work Type: Permanent
  • Salary: 0
  • Posted: 24 Nov 2025
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Position Description
Contract Administrator


Location:  Rockdale NSW (Hybrid)
Type:  
FT
Award/Classification: Contracts Management (Construction)
Salary:
up to $110K Base



About the Organisation

We are an equal opportunity employer who believes diversity of thought, background and experience strengthens relationships and benefits our people, clients, and communities. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive and high-performing culture where our people thrive and are proud to bring their whole selves to work, inspiring a respectful and inclusive environment. We encourage and welcome the opportunity for applicants to share their lived experiences



About Mob Jobs

Mob Jobs is a 100% owned and operated First Nations business that provides specialised culturally safe employment pathways for First Nations people. We also offer a range of tailored corporate development services and training designed to improve organisations cultural capabilities and establish them as an employer of choice for First Nations jobseekers.
Our responsibilities encompass routine maintenance, strategic enhancements, and specialised projects aimed at bolstering Sydney's transport infrastructure.

Role
We’re seeking a proactive Contracts Administrator to join our team. In this role, you’ll manage key commercial functions across the project, including legal compliance, insurance, procurement, cost control, contract administration, and reporting. You’ll play a vital part in ensuring contractual obligations are met and commercial practices are effectively implemented. A major focus will be subcontractor and supplier management, as well as supporting the preparation and administration of claims under the Head Contract. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a high-profile project while driving best-practice commercial outcomes



Key Responsibilities
 
  • Administer subcontractor arrangements to ensure compliance with contractual and legal requirements.
  • Assess Subcontractor Payment claims: Review and assess progress claims in collaboration with the Construction Manager, Senior Project Manager, Project Manager and Site Supervisors.
  • Ensure correct cost allocation of project costs
  • Negotiate and finalise variations, delays, and contractual claims to achieve best outcomes within obligations.
  • Value completed work and coordinate timely payments in line with relevant subcontract agreements and legislation.
  • Support project teams in establishing subcontractor agreements, including vetting and drafting subcontracts  
  • Ensure special conditions align with head contract obligations and protect company interests.
  • Identify and manage any risks associated with Head Contract and Subcontract engagements for a given project
  • Monitor commercial performance of a project with engineers, project managers and supervisors
  • Ensure all project related risks, claims and variations are accurately reflected in the forecast
  • Work with Project Managers to prepare Head Contract progress claim
  • Support Engineers and Project Managers with procurement including RFQ, tender evaluation and award, in accordance with Procurement Plan
  • Manage Subcontractor Performance


Key Selection Criteria

The successful applicant must be able to demonstrate and provide evidence of:
  • Demonstrated post graduate experience in contracts administration within the construction industry or other similar industries
  • Five years working in an administrative role with previous experience in financial reporting and budgeting
  • Experience with contract & project administration and reporting
  • Degree in Quantity Surveying / Construction Management / Engineering/ Law or Business/Commerce is desirable


Benefits of working with us include

Flexible working - All flexibility requests are genuinely considered. This position is a hybrid role.
Growth – We are growing and there are opportunities for your career development across our business units.
Discounts - Access to hundreds of businesses such as Woolworths, Air BNB, The Iconic, JB HI-FI, Dan Murphys, Bupa Health Care, and Specsavers. We also offer access to novated leasing.
Paid leave - Parental, cultural, community service, study, corporate volunteering and purchased leave available.
Culture – We are dedicated to fostering a workplace environment that values diversity and inclusion, and we recognise and celebrate excellence throughout the year.




If you would like to know more about this role, please contact us at [email protected] or 1300DEADLY
 

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