Introduction

What are you going to do 

Commercial Construction Contracts Administrators are responsible for supporting the successful commercial and contractual delivery of construction projects, working closely with Project Managers, Site Teams, subcontractors and clients.

  • Manage subcontractor procurement, scopes, contracts and variations.
  • Prepare and manage progress claims, payments and cost reporting.
  • Track project costs, budgets, variations and financial performance.
  • Assist with tendering, contract negotiations and subcontractor engagement.
  • Manage RFIs, notices, extensions of time and contractual correspondence.
  • Review subcontractor claims and ensure contractual compliance.
  • Maintain project documentation and commercial records.
  • Work closely with the Project Manager to manage commercial risks and project outcomes.
  • Support project close-out, final accounts and defects.

Essential skills and knowledge

To be considered for one of these positions you MUST have:

  • Must have Australian experience working for a head contractor.
  • Must have experience across commercial construction projects.
  • Proven experience working as a Contracts Administrator.
  • Strong understanding of contracts, variations, claims and project costs.
  • Ability to work closely with Project Managers, subcontractors and site teams.
  • Strong commercial, communication and organisational skills.

What we offer 

  • Competitive salary + super
  • Diverse project pipeline
  • Established head contractors
  • Career progression opportunities
  • Supportive team environments
  • Brisbane & SEQ opportunities
  • Immediate & upcoming roles

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.

Do you have questions:

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Taylor Popham at t.popham@brunel.net or on 0432 111 758.

Closing: 24 September 2026

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Process of your application

Application process & contact

We will now begin examining your application: We will take a close look at your application documents and ask you for additional information if necessary. If your qualifications match our requirements, we will invite you to meet us for the first time.

Project discussion with our customer

If the introductory meeting goes well for you and us, we will arrange a meeting with the customer who has the perfect project for you. This gives you the opportunity to find out more about the customer and the project.

The decision

If you enjoyed the project discussion and the customer is also convinced of your expertise, we will ask you the final and decisive question: Do you want to get started at Brunel?

Introductory conversation with Brunel

In an introductory meeting, we would like to find out more about your interests, ambitions and professional developments. At the same time, we report on working at Brunel and provide information about all career opportunities and prospects.

Welcome to Brunel

Now great times are beginning! With Brunel you have countless opportunities to help shape technological progress. You decide how your career path goes. We support you in every phase of your career. You always have security behind you: Brunel!