Introduction

What are you going to do 

  • Lead the commercial delivery of the project, working closely with the Delivery teams to achieve successful outcomes.
  • Oversee the full subcontract lifecycle, including procurement, tendering, contract administration, variations, progress claims and final accounts.
  • Review and negotiate subcontract agreements while ensuring contractual compliance throughout the project.
  • Mentor and lead the onsite commercial team, providing guidance and support to Contracts Administrators.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, consultants, clients and key stakeholders.
  • Monitor project costs, forecasting, budgets and cash flow, while identifying and managing commercial risk.

Essential skills and knowledge 

  • 5+ years' experience as a Senior Contract Administrator or Contracts Manager in Commercial Construction
  • Proven experience in large commercial projects upwards of $60 million
  • Must have Australian experience for market knowledge
  • Strong knowledge of contract law, construction contracts, and commercial risk management
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
  • Highly organised with the ability to manage high-value projects and priorities simultaneously.
  • Relevant qualifications in construction management, engineering, quantity surveying or a related discipline

What we offer

  • Work for an award winning Tier 2 builder
  • Deliver projects above $60million
  • Negotiate Head Contract scope changes
  • Lead a team of Contract Administrators

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.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions?

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

Closing: 16 August 2026

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Do you have questions?

Vacancy reference: PR-293827

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Corporate recruiter

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Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth  interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.

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