Senior Contract Administrator Job at Service Stream (Rockdale)

Senior Contract Administrator

Service Stream

Location:
Australia , Rockdale

Category:
Construction

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

ConnectSydney are on the hunt for a new Senior Contract Administrator to join the team! ConnectSydney, a joint venture of ServiceStream, Boral, and Johnson Controls, in partnership with Transport for NSW (TfNSW), is entrusted with the management of the Harbour Zone. Our responsibilities encompass routine maintenance, strategic enhancements, and specialised projects aimed at bolstering Sydney's transport infrastructure. Reporting to the Commercial Manager, the Senior Contracts Administrator will lead the implementation of advanced commercial practices, encompassing legal, compliance, insurance, procurement, cost control, contract and project administration, and reporting activities for assigned projects. The Senior Contracts Administrator will ensure that all commercial and legal aspects of the project are executed with precision and that contractual requirements are rigorously adhered to. A primary responsibility includes the strategic management and administration of subcontractors and suppliers, as well as the preparation and administration of claims under the Head Contract.

Job Responsibility:

Lead the administration of commercial aspects of subcontractor arrangements, ensuring strict compliance with established contractual arrangements
Review and approve progress claims in conjunction with the Construction Manager and Site Supervisors
Chair and facilitate weekly meetings to review project progress and address contractual issues
Lead negotiations and finalize outcomes of variations, delays, and other subcontractor contractual claims
Oversee the valuation of completed work and approval of payments
Provide high-level support to project personnel in establishing subcontractor arrangements
Ensure special conditions of contract are aligned with Contract obligations and safeguard the Company’s interests
Collaborate with Project Managers, Engineers, and Supervisors to monitor project performance
Administering the Project Work Orders
Ensure all notices, correspondence, and commercial requirements of the Head Contract are met
Provide expert commercial and legal (contractual) support to all project personnel
Assist with commercial administration on other projects as necessary
Manage and provide coaching to junior contract administrators, site administrators
Mentor project personnel
Ensure continuous improvement in contract administration processes and practices
Lead initiatives to enhance contract management systems and tools

Requirements:

Relevant tertiary qualifications in either engineering, technical, project management or a related discipline
Minimum of 7 years site post graduate experience in contracts administration within the construction industry or other industries as pertinent
Several years working in an administrative role and previous experience in financial reporting and budgeting
Knowledgably in contract & project administration and reporting

What we offer:

Growth opportunities
Discounts at hundreds of businesses
Access to novated leasing
Paid leave (Parental, cultural, community service, study, corporate volunteering and purchased leave)
Dedicated to fostering a workplace environment that values diversity and inclusion

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 17, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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