Contract Admin

Network Refurbishment & Construction; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Construction Services is seeking a Contract Administrator to manage procurement, subcontract administration and the financial performance of projects across commercial and residential construction, including hospitality fit-outs.

Based in Sydney, you will prepare and lodge project documents, oversee budgets and cash flow, and coordinate subcontract packages from tender to close-out while maintaining strong relationships with clients and suppliers. Australian citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years' experience in Contract Administrator role
• Qualification in Construction Management, Building, Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying
• Experience in hospitality, commercial or residential construction with knowledge of Sydney subcontractor market
• Working knowledge of the NSW Planning Portal, security of payment legislation and WHS requirements
• Sound commercial judgment and understanding of head contracts and project risk
• Strong communication, organisation and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and MS Project
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
• Australian citizenship, as required for this position

Responsibilities

• Preparing and administering RFIs, EOTs, variations and payment claims
• Preparing cost forecasts and cash flow reports, and monitoring project budgets
• Managing subcontract packages from scope preparation and tendering through procurement, variations, payment and close-out
• Ordering and coordinating materials before construction starts and throughout the project to meet site requirements and programme dates
• Preparing tender comparisons and procurement recommendations
• Preparing and lodging required project documents through the NSW Planning Portal and other relevant building portals
• Maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, suppliers and consultants

Skills

Contract administration

Procurement

Budgeting

MS Project

MS Office

Communication

Education

Construction-related degree

Tools

MS Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Network Construction Services is seeking an experienced Contract Administrator to manage procurement, subcontract administration and the financial performance of projects across commercial and residential construction, including hospitality fit-outs and residential remedial works.

Key responsibilities

• Preparing and administering RFIs, EOTs, variations and payment claims
• Preparing cost forecasts and cash flow reports, and monitoring project budgets
• Managing subcontract packages from scope preparation and tendering through procurement, variations, payment and close-out
• Ordering and coordinating materials before construction starts and throughout the project to meet site requirements and programme dates
• Preparing tender comparisons and procurement recommendations
• Preparing and lodging required project documents through the NSW Planning Portal and other relevant building portals
• Maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, suppliers and consultants

About you

• At least 3-5 years' experience in a Contract Administrator role with a principal or managing contractor
• A qualification in Construction Management, Building, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or a related field
• Experience in hospitality, commercial or residential construction, with knowledge of the Sydney subcontractor market
• Working knowledge of the National Construction Code, security of payment legislation and work health and safety requirements
• Sound commercial judgment and an understanding of head contracts and project risk
• Strong communication, organisation and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and MS Project
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
• Australian citizenship, as required for this position

About us

Network Construction Services is a privately owned construction company specialising in hospitality fit-outs and construction, along with residential remedial works. We focus on long-term client relationships, quality workmanship and competitive pricing.