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Contracts Administrator

Design Build
Department:Construction
Type:ON-SITE
Region:Newcastle
Location:Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia
Experience:Mid-Senior level
Salary:A$130,000 - A$140,000
Skills:
CONTRACTS ADMINISTRATIONCONSTRUCTION INDUSTRYPROCUREMENTSUBCONTRACTOR MANAGEMENTCOST REPORTINGBUDGET MANAGEMENTCOMMERCIAL ACUMENAUSTRALIAN CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS
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Job Description

Posted on: January 10, 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Contracts Administrator to join a well-established construction contractor delivering Education and Aged Care projects across Newcastle and the wider NSW region managing 3 projects across the Newcastle region. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, develop your commercial expertise, and contribute to a business known for quality delivery, strong client relationships, and long-term project pipelines. You will be based from the companies office in Newcastle. Role

  • Working closely with the Project Manager, Construction Manager, Site Teams, and Commercial leadership to ensure smooth project delivery.
  • Managing all contractual and commercial aspects of projects from procurement through to final accounts.
  • Preparing, assessing, and managing subcontractor scopes, tender packages, contract negotiations, and award recommendations.
  • Administering progress claims, variations, extensions of time, and cost reporting in line with project budgets and company procedures.
  • Monitoring project costs, forecasting, and cash flow, ensuring accurate monthly reporting.
  • Maintaining strong relationships with consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure successful outcomes.
  • Supporting compliance with company systems, quality standards, and WHS requirements across all projects.

Requirements:

  • 3+ years’ experience in a Contracts Administrator role within the construction industry.
  • Proven experience working on Education, Aged Care, or similar building projects.
  • Strong understanding of Australian construction contracts and procurement processes.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage subcontractors, consultants, and multiple stakeholders.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with strong commercial acumen and attention to detail.

Salary & Benefits:

  • Salary Circa $130k-$140k Plus Super + Car
  • Free Parking
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment
  • Strong pipeline of local Newcastle-based projects
  • Brand New office space with pool table and ping pong table
  • Company benefits and flexible working arrangements

For any questions relating to this role or any other opportunities with D&B and our clients please contact Emily Collins on 0468927246 or click apply. Your application will be treated as strictly confidential.

Originally posted on LinkedIn

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