Construction Contracts Administrator | Project Delivery

ManpowerGroup; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking an experienced Contract Administrator for a permanent full-time role in the construction sector. The successful candidate will prepare and manage subcontract agreements, process invoices, and maintain project documentation while collaborating with project managers and site teams.

Ideal applicants have 3+ years of experience in contract administration, strong attention to detail, and a solid financial understanding of construction projects.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in construction, project management, quantity surveying or similar.
• 3+ years' experience as a Contract Administrator or similar role.
• Construction industry experience, ideally with a head contractor.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Good communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Financial and commercial understanding of construction projects.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team.
• Practical, down-to-earth attitude.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and managing subcontract agreements.
• Processing invoices and purchase orders.
• Managing project documentation and reporting.
• Working closely with project managers and site teams.
• Assisting with contract administration and project reporting.
• Monitoring project costs, budgets and cash flow.
• Managing variations, extensions of time (EOTs) and procurement registers.
• Supporting defect management and project close-outs.
• Maintaining relationships with clients, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Assisting with progress claims and contract compliance.

Skills

Contract administration

Documentation management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Construction related qualification

Job description

ManpowerGroup is seeking an experienced Contract Administrator for a permanent full-time role in the construction sector. The successful candidate will prepare and manage subcontract agreements, process invoices, and maintain project documentation while collaborating with project managers and site teams.

Ideal applicants have 3+ years of experience in contract administration, strong attention to detail, and a solid financial understanding of construction projects.