Job Overview & Organization Mission

Manage trade package procurement, variations, progress claims, and commercial subcontract administration.

Roberts Co is seeking a detail-driven Senior Contracts Administrator to join our Sydney delivery team on a flagship $200M+ healthcare redevelopment. You will lead trade package scoping, procurement negotiations, and monthly cost forecasting, working alongside the Commercial Manager.

As a key member of the team at Roberts Co in Sydney, NSW, you will play a central role in driving excellence, upholding top-tier Australian industry standards, and contributing directly to the strategic milestones of one of the nation’s premier employers.

Key Duties & Core Responsibilities

In this critical role, your operational duties and key performance responsibilities will encompass:

• Draft, negotiate,: Draft, negotiate, and execute trade subcontract agreements ensuring rigorous risk mitigation.
• Administer monthly: Administer monthly subcontractor progress claims and ensure compliance with NSW Security of Payment Act (SOPA).
• Manage head: Manage head contract variations, requests for information (RFIs), and extension of time (EOT) claims.
• Conduct monthly: Conduct monthly cost reporting, tracking contingency allocations using Jobpac.
• Review and: Review and resolve commercial disputes with trade subcontractors collaboratively.

Required Qualifications, Licenses & Experience

To be successful in this position at Roberts Co, candidates are expected to satisfy the following essential selection criteria:

• Mandatory Qualification: Bachelor of Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or Law.
• Relevant Experience: Minimum 3-5 Years of verified industry experience in Australia or recognized overseas equivalence.
• Bachelor of Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or related field.
• 4+ years experience in contract administration with an Australian Tier-1 or Tier-2 head contractor.
• Deep understanding of NSW Security of Payment legislation and standard contract suites (AS 4000/4300).
• Strong negotiation and financial analytical capabilities.

Core Competencies & Key Technical Proficiencies

The successful applicant will possess demonstrated capabilities across the following domain skill sets:

Salary, Compensation & Employee Benefits

At Roberts Co, we understand that our people drive our achievements. An outstanding remuneration and wellbeing package is provided in line with Australian benchmarks:

• Competitive Remuneration: AU$130,000 – AU$160,000 per year + standard Australian Superannuation (11.5%).
• Attractive salary $130,000 – $160,000 + 11.5% super.
• Industry-leading 5-day working week initiative across all Roberts Co project sites.
• Fast-track career advancement to Commercial Manager.
• Leave Entitlements: 4 weeks annual leave (with 17.5% annual leave loading where applicable) plus 10 days paid personal/carer’s leave.
• Flexible Work: Progressive work-life balance options with supportive corporate culture and leadership development pathways.

About the Employer: Roberts Co

Roberts Co is a progressive Australian Tier 1 construction contractor delivering innovative health, commercial, and education projects.

Roberts Co is deeply committed to building diverse, equitable, and culturally inclusive work environments. We proudly celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all qualified individuals including First Nations Australians, people with disabilities, and candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Application Process & Next Steps

Applications for this position are currently open and being reviewed on a rolling basis. Suitable candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible before the published closing date.

Please prepare an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a tailored Cover Letter highlighting your relevant experience against the key selection criteria outlined above.

To proceed with your application, click the Apply on Employer Site button to access the official Roberts Co careers gateway.