Senior Contract Administrator – Data Centre Project (Contract Role)
�� Location: Sydney, NSW
⏰ ASAP Start | Contract role | High-Profile Data Centre Project
We are seeking an experienced Senior Contract Administrator to join a major Data Centre project at the critical startup phase. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a technically complex, fast-paced build with a respected project team and strong pipeline of future work.
The successful candidate will play a key role in establishing commercial systems, managing procurement, administering head and subcontract agreements, and driving project outcomes from day one.
The Role Reporting to the Project Director / Commercial Manager, you will take ownership of the contract administration function across the early delivery stages of a large-scale Data Centre project.
Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end subcontract procurement and tender packages
• Prepare, review, negotiate, and administer subcontract agreements
• Support project startup activities including budgets, cost tracking, reporting, and commercial systems setup
• Assess subcontractor progress claims, variations, EOTs, and payment schedules
• Maintain head contract compliance and mitigate commercial risk
• Work closely with project managers, engineers, and site teams to ensure commercial objectives are achieved
• Prepare forecasts, cash flow reporting, and monthly cost reports
• Assist with procurement of long-lead services and specialist trades associated with Data Centre delivery
• Drive contract performance and maintain strong stakeholder and subcontractor relationships
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements across the project lifecycle

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Senior Contract Administrator on large commercial, industrial, infrastructure, or Data Centre projects
• Strong understanding of Australian construction contracts and commercial processes
• Experience working through project startup and early procurement phases
• Ability to manage multiple packages and fast-track procurement programs
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• High attention to detail with strong financial and commercial acumen
• Tertiary qualifications in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or similar preferred

Why Join?

• Opportunity to work on a landmark Data Centre development
• Immediate start available
• Long-term contract opportunity with potential extension
• Collaborative and high-performing project environment
• Competitive contract rates on offer

If you are a commercially driven Senior CA ready to hit the ground running and contribute to a major project from the outset, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion.
Please send updated CV to [email protected] or call 0412086972