Contract Administrator

Housing Industry Association Limited; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Edge Manufacturing Services Pty Ltd in Adelaide seeks an experienced Contract Administrator to support the commercial and contractual administration of construction and fit-out projects across Australia.

You will work closely with management, project teams, subcontractors and clients to manage contracts, variations and documentation throughout the project lifecycle in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Diploma or higher qualification in Business Administration, Contract Management, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• Good understanding of contract administration processes, contractual documentation and commercial terms.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail and document management capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple contracts and competing priorities within project deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify contractual risks and assist in resolving commercial issues.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review and administer construction contracts, subcontract agreements and other project-related documentation.
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors, suppliers and project teams regarding contractual requirements and project deliverables.
• Administer contract variations, progress claims, extensions of time and other contractual adjustments.
• Monitor contract performance and project milestones to ensure contractual obligations are met.
• Maintain accurate records of contracts, variations, claims, approvals and project correspondence.
• Assist in identifying and resolving contractual issues and support project teams with contract interpretation and administration.

Skills

Contract administration

Document management

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Diploma or higher in Business Administration/Contract Management/Construction Management or related

Job description

About Us

Edge Manufacturing Services Pty Ltd is an established Australian contractor specialising in building, commercial, retail, hospitality and education fit-out projects. We deliver projects across Australia and provide integrated construction, joinery and project management solutions to our clients. As our project portfolio continues to develop, we are seeking an experienced Contract Administrator to join our team in Adelaide and support the effective commercial and contractual administration of our construction and fit-out projects.

About the Role

Working closely with management, project teams, subcontractors, suppliers and clients, the Contract Administrator will be responsible for administering construction contracts throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring contractual obligations, variations, payments and project documentation are properly managed.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review and administer construction contracts, subcontract agreements and other project-related documentation.
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors, suppliers and project teams regarding contractual requirements and project deliverables.
• Administer contract variations, progress claims, extensions of time and other contractual adjustments.
• Monitor contract performance and project milestones to ensure contractual obligations are met.
• Maintain accurate records of contracts, variations, claims, approvals and project correspondence.
• Assist in identifying and resolving contractual issues and support project teams with contract interpretation and administration.

Skills and Experience

• Diploma or higher qualification in Business Administration, Contract Management, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• Good understanding of contract administration processes, contractual documentation and commercial terms.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail and document management capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple contracts and competing priorities within project deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify contractual risks and assist in resolving commercial issues.

What We Offer

This is an opportunity to join an experienced construction and fit-out contractor and contribute to a diverse range of commercial projects across Australia. The successful candidate will work closely with an experienced project team in a practical and collaborative working environment.