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Senior Contracts Administrator

LocationSydney NSW, Australia
Work TypeFull time
Positions2 Positions
Published At:8 days ago
  • Contract Management
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Job no: NATHT
  • Multiple new projects starting soon across Sydney - Let's talk about where you would like to be!
  • Work alongside experienced industry leaders and continue building your commercial expertise.
  • Play a key leadership role within the project team, driving commercial outcomes, managing risk and supporting successful project delivery

Take the lead on exciting projects and accelerate your career with one of Australia's most respected builders.

With multiple new projects commencing across Sydney, Hindmarsh is seeking experienced Senior Contracts Administrators to join our growing team.

At Hindmarsh, Senior Contracts Administrators play a key leadership role within the project team, driving commercial outcomes, managing risk and supporting successful project delivery from procurement through to completion.

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will be responsible for:

  • Leading procurement activities including tendering, subcontractor engagement and trade package management
  • Managing head contract and subcontract administration throughout project delivery
  • Monitoring project financial performance, forecasting, cashflow and cost reporting
  • Assessing, pricing and administering variations and claims
  • Preparing progress claims and supporting extension of time processes
  • Managing commercial risk and ensuring contractual compliance
  • Providing commercial guidance to project teams and stakeholders
  • Mentoring Contract Administrators, Cadets and emerging commercial professionals
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors
  • Supporting project reporting and contributing to commercial project outcomes

We are looking for team members who have:

  • 5+ years' commercial construction experience, ideally within a head contractor environment
  • Experience managing procurement, contract administration and project financials
  • Strong understanding of contract law principles and construction-related legislation
  • Experience managing variations, claims and subcontractor relationships
  • Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
  • Experience using CHEOPS, Aconex and similar construction software

Build more than projects. Build your future with Hindmarsh.

At Hindmarsh, you'll join a business known for delivering quality projects and developing great people. We combine the strength and stability of a national contractor with a collaborative culture where your contribution is recognised and your career development is genuinely supported.

With a strong pipeline of new projects across Sydney, there has never been a better time to join our team. Whether your goal is to become a Commercial Manager, Contracts Manager or Project Manager, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced industry leaders and continue building your commercial expertise.

Along with meaningful work and career development opportunities, you'll enjoy:

  • Exclusive discounts at 400+ retailers
  • Flex Days and additional leave rewards
  • A birthday gift every year
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Wellbeing initiatives that support you inside and outside work
  • The opportunity to work across a diverse range of sectors and projects
  • A clear pathway for career growth within a growing business

If you're looking for a role where you can take ownership, work on challenging projects and build a long-term career with a business that invests in its people, we'd love to hear from you.

Please reach out to our internal recruitment team directly to have a chat about how Hindmarsh can support your career goals. Click Apply to get started.

  • Published on 20 Jun 2026, 3:04 AM