At Unita, we build spaces where people love to work, shop, dine, learn, stay and play – delivering retail stores, hospitality venues, hotels, offices, gyms and wellness spaces, medical centres and education facilities across Australia. 

But great spaces don’t build themselves. Great teams do. 

People have always been at the heart of what we do. We’re big enough to deliver career-defining work across Australia, but small enough that your contribution is seen, your input is valued and the work you do matters. 

The role

We’re looking for a Senior Contracts Administrator to join a team delivering some of the most complex projects in our business.

At Unita, Senior CAs are more than contract administrators. They’re trusted commercial partners to the Project Manager and delivery team. You’ll be close to the project, involved in the decisions that matter and given the space to apply your judgement, solve problems and help drive strong outcomes for both the client and the business.

You’ll work on projects that will challenge you, alongside experienced people who value commercial thinking, practical solutions and getting the fundamentals right.

What great looks like

• Head contract obligations are understood, actively managed and never become project surprises
• Variations, claims and notices are strategic, timely and commercially sound
• Procurement decisions strengthen both project performance and margin
• Budgets and forecasts provide confidence because they are accurate, analytical and forward-looking
• Commercial risks are identified early, with practical mitigation strategies in place
• The project team looks to you for commercial insight and sound judgement
• Documentation is disciplined, consistent and audit ready
• Subcontractor relationships are professional, firm but fair, and commercially effective
• Less experienced team members grow because of your guidance, support and willingness to share your knowledge
• Projects finish in a stronger commercial position because of the decisions and discipline you bring throughout delivery

Who this role suits

• This role suits an experienced Senior Contracts Administrator who enjoys the detail but understands how each decision affects the broader project. You are commercially sharp, calm under pressure and confident communicating a clear position. You work collaboratively, hold a firm line when needed and take pride in helping projects perform well from start to finish.
• Commercially accountable, with a strong understanding of margin, cashflow and contractual risk
• Analytical and forward-thinking, with the ability to spot exposure before it becomes a bigger issue
• Decisive and firm, while keeping communication practical, professional and solutions-focussed
• Highly structured, with strong documentation habits and attention to detail
• Calm under pressure, clear on the facts and focused on practical solutions
• Generous with your knowledge and committed to helping others improve
• Naturally aligned to the Unita Way – you take responsibility, work well with others, and look for better ways of doing things

Experience we’re looking for

• 5+ years of Contract Administration experience in commercial construction or fitout environments
• Demonstrated experience managing complex head contracts and subcontract procurement
• Strong working knowledge of variations, extensions of time, claims and commercial forecasting
• The ability to understand programme, delivery and margin impacts when making commercial decisions
• A relevant tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Contract Law, Commerce or a similar field is desirable
• A current driver’s licence

What’s next

If this opportunity has your name written all over it, we’d love to hear from you.

Submit your application and tell us a little about why you’d be a great addition to the team.

At Unita, every team member shapes our culture in their own unique way. We value different backgrounds, perspectives and experiences, and we’re committed to creating a workplace where people feel safe, respected and able to do their best work. If this role excites you but you don’t tick every box, we still welcome your application.

PS – we’re handling this one in-house, no recruitment agencies please.