Senior Contract Administrator - Talent Pool
- Lead the commercial side of a portfolio of construction projects.
- Review and negotiate contracts while managing claims and variations.
- Mentor junior Contract Administrators and drive continuous improvement.
- Confidential first look at senior roles, many of which never reach job boards
- Opportunities with builders where your commercial judgement will shape the busin
- Pathways into Commercial Manager and leadership roles
About This Opportunity
Gough Recruitment is building a talent pool of Senior Contract Administrators for upcoming roles with Perth builders and contractors across commercial, residential and fit-out construction. When a role comes up that fits, you’ll be the first person we call.
The Position
You’ll lead the commercial side of a portfolio of projects, from head contract through to final account. You’ll guide project teams on contractual risk and mentor junior CAs along the way.
Key Responsibilities
- Review and negotiate head contracts and subcontract terms
- Lead procurement strategy and let major trade packages
- Own project cost plans, forecasts and cost-to-complete reporting
- Manage claims, variations, EOTs and disputes
- Protect margin and cash flow across a portfolio of projects
- Advise PMs and management on contractual and commercial risk
- Mentor and support junior CAs
- Close out final accounts and drive continuous improvement in commercial processes
The Criteria
You’ll bring:
- 6+ years as a Contract Administrator or Quantity Surveyor on the builder’s side, including senior responsibility
- A degree or diploma in construction management, quantity surveying or a related field
- Expert knowledge of Australian Standard contracts, contract law and WA legislation
- A track record of managing variations, claims and disputes to good commercial outcomes
- Strong experience with construction project management software and reporting tools
- Confident negotiation and leadership skills
- A current driver’s licence and White Card
- Full Australian working rights
Please call Kaylie Pinniger on 0494 122613 at Gough Recruitment, or simply hit APPLY NOW.
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Consultant
kpinniger@goughrecruitment.com.au
Reference number: KPGR08
Profession:ConstructionCONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR
Company: Gough Recruitment AU
Date posted: 20th Oct, 2026
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