Senior Contract Administrator

SENIOR CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR

• Gold Coast | $2.5B Mixed-Use High-Rise Precinct
• Multi-stage pipeline providing long-term stability
• Landmark Tower Development
• Developer-builder environment with direct decision-maker access

We are representing a privately owned developer-builder delivering a landmark $2.5 billion mixed-use precinct on the Gold Coast, and an opportunity has arisen for a high-calibre Senior Contract Administrator to join the team on a flagship tower stage. This is a major vertical construction project within a multi-tower masterplan, offering long-term continuity, strong leadership and the ability to take true ownership of commercial outcomes within a developer-led delivery model.

Working closely with the Senior Project Manager and site leadership team, this role is not purely administrative — it requires a commercially astute operator capable of driving procurement strategy, developing detailed Scope of Works, and controlling trade package performance from inception through delivery. The development includes:

• 5-Star international hotel with branded residences
• Luxury residential towers
• Retail and commercial podium levels
• Extensive lifestyle and resort amenities
• Major basement and supporting infrastructure

Delivered under a full D&C model with in-house construction capability, forming part of a 5–6 year staged program (2 + 2 tower delivery).

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end development of detailed Scope of Works across all trade packages, ensuring technical accuracy, buildability and full alignment with design, programme and procurement strategy.
• Drive procurement strategy and subcontractor engagement, including tender packaging, negotiation and award.
• Prepare and administer subcontract agreements with clearly defined scope, risk allocation and performance requirements.
• Take ownership of cost reporting, forecasting and financial performance across all project packages
• Assess and manage variations, claims and commercial risks, ensuring positions are robust and defensible.
• Monitor subcontractor performance against scope, programme and commercial obligations.
• Work closely with design, engineering and site teams to ensure scope clarity and eliminate gaps or overlaps.
• Ensure contractual compliance and commercial governance across all packages.
• Provide structured commercial reporting and strategic input to senior project leadership.

Critical Capability - Scope of Works (Key Requirement)

This role requires a candidate who can:

• Develop fully detailed, trade-specific Scope of Works from first principles
• Identify and eliminate scope gaps, overlaps and ambiguities prior to procurement
• Translate drawings and design intent into clear, enforceable subcontract scopes
• Drive buildability, sequencing and risk mitigation through scope definition
• Take ownership of scope as a commercial control mechanism, not just documentation

Attributes:

• Degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering or similar experience will be considered
• 10–15+ years Contract Administration experience, with strong exposure to high-rise / mega-scale developments
• Proven experience within Southeast Queensland construction market
• Advanced knowledge of QBCC Contract Law and D&C delivery models
• Strong commercial acumen across cost planning, procurement and contract negotiation
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex, high-value trade packages
• Established subcontractor and industry relationships highly regarded
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

How to Apply:

This role provides the opportunity to join a long-term landmark development program, working within a high-performing construction team delivering one of the most significant mixed-use projects currently underway on the Gold Coast. To apply, forward your resume quoting reference #93R479R4. Please include a list of projects previously worked on and associated values.