Contracts Manager - Newcastle / Hunter New England

Overview

Contracts Manager - Newcastle / Hunter New England. As our business grows across the Hunter region, we are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to lead the commercial and contractual delivery on complex building projects.

The Opportunity

As Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for the end-to-end commercial and contractual management of projects, including Head Contract and Subcontract administration, financial performance, risk mitigation and team leadership. You will work closely with the Project Manager to ensure projects achieve or exceed time, cost, quality and safety objectives while maintaining RCC's strong client-first reputation.

Key Responsibilities

• Head Contract Management: Administer all aspects of the Head Contract, including progress claims, variations, EOTs, notices, risk and opportunity management.
• Subcontract Management: Oversee subcontract procurement, contract execution, claims assessment and compliance with Security of Payment legislation.
• Financial Management: Maintain overall cost responsibility, cash flow forecasting, value engineering initiatives and monthly cost reporting.
• Risk & Compliance: Identify contractual and commercial risks, ensuring compliance with contract law, legislation and RCC systems.
• Leadership & Team Development: Lead, mentor and manage Contract Administrators, supporting capability development and high performance.
• Stakeholder Management: Maintain transparent, collaborative relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
• Project Governance: Contribute to PCG meetings, reporting, project close-out and continuous improvement initiatives.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor of Construction Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Diploma in Construction or trade-based qualification
• Extensive experience (ideally 10-15+ years) managing major building contracts at Head and Subcontract level
• Strong knowledge of contract law, Security of Payment legislation and construction-specific regulations
• Proven leadership experience managing commercial teams across complex projects
• Exceptional negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills
• A solutions-focused, collaborative approach aligned with RCC's values and culture

Ready to Lead Commercial Delivery in the Hunter?

If you're a senior Contracts Manager looking to work on significant regional projects with a business that values integrity, leadership and long-term success, we'd love to hear from you.