Introduction

PR/291131

What are you going to do 

Working closely with the Project Manager and site team, you will take ownership of the commercial and contractual management of projects from procurement through to final account.

  • Manage subcontractor procurement, tendering and contract negotiations.
  • Prepare and administer subcontract agreements.
  • Assess subcontractor claims, variations and progress payments.
  • Manage project cost reporting, forecasting and budgets.
  • Prepare client progress claims and variation submissions.
  • Monitor project cash flow and commercial performance.
  • Assist with head contract administration and risk management.
  • Drive positive commercial outcomes while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.

Essential skills and knowledge 

  • Proven experience as a Senior Contract Administrator or Contract Administrator within a commercial head contractor environment.
  • Experience delivering commercial construction projects valued between $20M and $100M - preferrably in retirement/aged-care.
  • Strong understanding of contract administration, procurement and cost management.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with project teams, consultants and subcontractors.
  • Excellent commercial acumen and attention to detail.
  • Relevant tertiary qualifications in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or similar.

What we offer

  • Competitive salary package.
  • Secure long-term opportunity with a stable and growing builder.
  • Strong pipeline of exciting commercial projects.
  • Supportive leadership team and positive company culture.

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: 24 July 2026

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Do you have questions?

Vacancy reference: PR-291131

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Corporate recruiter

Taylor Popham

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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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