Construction Contract Administrator | Cost-Saving Buyer

Lightning HR PTY LTD; Sunshine Coast Regional; Presencial; AUD 110.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

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Descripción de la vacante

Lightning HR & Recruitment on the Sunshine Coast is seeking a Contract Administrator to join a well-established construction company. You will own purchasing, negotiate with suppliers and manage subcontractor agreements to ensure smooth project execution.

The role involves coordinating orders and deliveries, reviewing quotes, and maintaining budget controls with the Estimator and construction team. An active construction background is valued.

Formación

• Previous experience in construction administration, contract administration or construction purchasing.
• Understanding of building materials and construction processes.
• Experience negotiating supplier quotes and managing purchase orders.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Proactive attitude and ability to work independently.
• Carpentry or hands-on construction background is highly regarded.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare and issue purchase orders once projects are secured.
• Source materials and negotiate pricing with suppliers.
• Review quotes and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.
• Prepare and manage subcontractor agreements.
• Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors and the construction team.
• Coordinate material orders, deliveries and project requirements.
• Monitor purchasing costs to keep projects within budget.

Conocimientos

Construction administration

Contract administration

Construction purchasing

Negotiating quotes

Organisation & communication

Independent worker

Hands-on construction background

Descripción del empleo

Lightning HR & Recruitment on the Sunshine Coast is seeking a Contract Administrator to join a well-established construction company. You will own purchasing, negotiate with suppliers and manage subcontractor agreements to ensure smooth project execution.

The role involves coordinating orders and deliveries, reviewing quotes, and maintaining budget controls with the Estimator and construction team. An active construction background is valued.