Contracts Manager

Job description

I'm currently partnering with a highly respected national head contractor to recruit an experienced Contracts Manager for their growing Melbourne Interiors team.

This is an opportunity to join a business with an outstanding reputation for delivering premium commercial fitout and refurbishment projects, backed by a collaborative culture and long-term career opportunities.
 
The role is predominantly office-based, working closely with Project Managers and Commercial Leaders to drive the commercial success of multiple projects.

Responsibilities:
  • Managing the full subcontract procurement and contract administration process.
  • Negotiating subcontract agreements and mitigating contractual risk.
  • Administering progress claims, variations, RFIs and payment schedules.
  • Supporting project financial performance through forecasting, reporting and cost control.
  • Building strong relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors.
  • Mentoring junior team members while promoting best practice across safety, quality and project delivery.
What you'll bring:
  • Extensive experience as a Contracts Manager with a commercial head contractor.
  • Strong commercial acumen and a thorough understanding of subcontract management and contract administration.
  • Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • A proactive, collaborative approach and the ability to build trusted relationships.
  • A construction-related qualification (or equivalent industry experience).
Why consider this opportunity?
  • Join one of Australia's most respected commercial builders.
  • Work on high-profile commercial interiors projects across Melbourne.
  • Be part of a collaborative, high-performing team with genuine long-term career opportunities.
  • Enjoy the stability and support of an established business with an exceptional industry reputation.
This is an outstanding opportunity to join a market-leading commercial builder renowned for delivering premium projects, investing in its people and maintaining a strong pipeline of work across Melbourne.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Sean Miller on 0468 334 391 or email your resume to [email protected].