Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Client & Head Contract Management

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  Review, negotiate, and administer head contracts with builders, developers, and clients
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  Identify contractual, commercial, and operational risks prior to project commencement
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  Negotiate contract terms, variations, extensions of time, and commercial outcomes
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  Work closely with Directors and Project Managers during tender and contract award stages
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  Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and project deliverables
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  Manage client correspondence relating to contractual and commercial matters
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  Assist in dispute resolution and negotiation where required

Commercial Management

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  Monitor project budgets, forecasts, margins, and cost control
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  Prepare and manage progress claims, variations, delay claims, and payment schedules
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  Track project financial performance and identify commercial risks/opportunities
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  Support profitability through strong commercial oversight

Subcontractor & Supplier Agreements

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  Prepare, review, and administer subcontract agreements and supplier purchase orders
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  Coordinate procurement of subcontractors, plant, materials, and services
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  Assess subcontractor scopes, pricing, and compliance documentation
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  Manage subcontractor claims and payment processes

Project Support & Administration

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  Maintain project registers including RFIs, variations, notices, and correspondence
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  Support Project Managers with project delivery and contractual administration
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  Ensure all project documentation is accurate and maintained
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  Assist with programme tracking and reporting requirements

Compliance & Risk Management

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  Ensure projects comply with contractual, legal, and company requirements
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  Support WHS and environmental compliance documentation
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  Maintain strong record keeping and document control processes

Skills & Experience

Essential

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  Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in Contract Administration within construction, demolition, civil, or related industries
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  Strong experience negotiating contracts with builders and developers
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  Excellent understanding of construction contracts, commercial risk, and project delivery
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  Experience managing variations, claims, EOTs, and commercial negotiations
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  Strong financial and commercial acumen
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  Excellent communication and negotiation skills
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  High-level organisational and problem-solving ability

Desirable

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  Experience within demolition, remediation, asbestos, or civil construction
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  Tertiary qualifications in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Law, or similar
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  Experience with project management and construction software systems

Personal Attributes

The successful candidate will:

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  Be commercially sharp and confident in negotiations
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  Take ownership and accountability
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  Thrive in fast-paced project environments
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  Have strong attention to detail
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  Be proactive and solutions-focused
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  Build strong relationships with clients, builders, subcontractors, and internal teams
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  Operate with professionalism and urgency

What We Offer

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  Competitive salary package based on experience
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  Opportunity to play a key role in a growing business
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  Diverse, high-profile demolition and civil projects
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  Strong team culture with direct access to leadership
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  Long-term career growth opportunities

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

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  Successful negotiation of favourable contract terms
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  Effective management of contractual risk
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  Timely preparation and management of claims and variations
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  Accuracy of project commercial reporting
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  Maintenance of subcontractor and supplier agreements
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  Contribution to project profitability and cash flow
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  Positive client and stakeholder relationships