Construction Contracts Administrator - Newcastle / Northern NSW (EOI)

Anaman; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Corporate health insurance discounts

Employee assistance program

Thrive wellbeing initiative

Job summary

FKG Construction is seeking a Contracts Administrator to join the Newcastle team, working on-site between our Newcastle office and project sites in the Northern NSW region. You will report to the Project Manager and handle contract drafting, reviews, and commercial guidance.

The role requires tertiary qualifications in Construction Management or related field, experience with construction contracts and software such as Jobpac, plus strong communication and organisational skills.

Qualifications

• Relevant practical experience in commercial construction projects.
• Advanced knowledge of construction contracts and their administration.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate contracts to meet company standards and legal requirements.
• Ensure contracts comply with laws and regulations.
• Identify and mitigate contract risks and provide guidance on commercial matters.
• Maintain cost control, project budget and forecasting.
• Coordinate between project managers, clients, subcontractors and stakeholders to ensure contract adherence.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Organisation

Emotional intelligence

Construction experience

Education

Bachelor degree in Construction Management

4 year degree

Tools

Jobpac

Job description

Construction Contracts Administrator - Newcastle / Northern NSW (EOI)

• Location8/335 Wharf Rd,Newcastle, NSW, 2300,Australia
• Job CategoryFKG Construction, Newcastle / Northern NSW, Commercial Construction Projects up to $40M
• Employee TypeFull Time
• Required Degree4 Year Degree

Contact information

• Contact NameJacinta Wright
• Contact Phone[phone]***
• Contact *******@fkg.com.au

Description

Building for Generations through the Pursuit of Excellence

The FKG Construction team has a proud 50+ year history of successfully delivering a variety of commercial construction projects across a wide range of sectors including both government and private clients. We are dedicated to building for generations, achieved through our personable approach with all people, including those within our communities within which we live every day.

We believe our people are the key to our success and we are invested in supporting the wellbeing of our team members, providing skills development opportunities, rewarding performance and recognising high achievement.

As an FKG Group employee you will have access to our range of benefits which includes corporate health insurance discounts, employee assistance program, our “Thrive” wellbeing initiative and many more.

The Role

An opportunity exists for a Contracts Administrator to join our team. You will be based on-site working between our Newcastle office and various project sites in the Northern NSW region.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Project Manager, your key responsibilities include:

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts to ensure they meet company standards and legal requirements;
• Ensuring all contracts comply with relevant laws and regulations;
• Identifying and mitigating potential risks associated with contracts;
• Providing guidance and support to project team members on commercial matters;
• Establishment and maintenance of an accurate cost control system including the project budget and forecasting; and
• Liaising between project managers, clients, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to ensure clear communication and adherence to contractual terms.

Experience and Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the below;

• Relevant practical experience in commercial construction projects up to $40M;
• Tertiary qualifications in Construction Management or a similar field;
• Advanced level knowledge of the application of construction contracts;
• Proficiency in construction management software (e.g. Jobpac);
• An exceptional level of verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills;
• Highly developed organisational, time management and prioritising skills; and
• Highly developed emotional intelligence.

FKG is an equal opportunity employer, where we recognise the diversity of our team and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.