Contract Administrator

Hindmarsh; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exclusive discounts at 400+ retailers

Flex Days and additional leave rewards

Birthday gift every year

Ongoing training and development

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Hindmarsh in Adelaide is seeking an ambitious Contracts Administrator to join our commercial team. You'll work on technically challenging projects across residential, affordable housing, aged care, health and commercial sectors, while developing your career within a leading Australian construction business.

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will prepare subcontract packages, administer head contracts and subcontract agreements, assess progress claims and payments, and support forecasting and

Qualifications

• 3–5 years' commercial construction experience.
• Experience in Contracts Administration, procurement or commercial project delivery.
• Sound understanding of construction processes and contract administration.
• Familiarity with contract law principles and relevant legislation.

Responsibilities

• Preparing subcontract packages, scopes of work, tender evaluations and procurement schedules across multiple trades.
• Administering head contracts and subcontract agreements.
• Assessing progress claims, variations and subcontractor payments.
• Assisting with project forecasting, cost control and commercial reporting using CHEOPS and Aconex.
• Building strong relationships with subcontractors, consultants and project stakeholders.
• Supporting the project team to achieve project financial and contractual objectives.

Skills

Commercial construction experience

Contract administration

Proactive attitude

Strong communication

Tools

CHEOPS

Aconex

Job description

With a strong pipeline of new work across South Australia, there's never been a better time to join Hindmarsh.

Contracts Administrators at Hindmarsh are responsible for procurement, subcontractor management and head contract administration to ensure commercial objectives are achieved and projects are delivered successfully.

As our Adelaide business continues to grow, we're looking for an ambitious Contracts Administrator to join our commercial team. You'll have the opportunity to work on technically challenging projects across the residential, affordable housing, aged care, health and commercial sectors, while developing your career within one of Australia's most respected construction businesses.

Reporting to the Project Manager and working closely with experienced commercial leads, you will be responsible for:

• Preparing subcontract packages, scopes of work, tender evaluations and procurement schedules across multiple trades
• Administering head contracts and subcontract agreements
• Assessing progress claims, variations and subcontractor payments
• Assisting with project forecasting, cost control and commercial reporting using CHEOPS and Aconex
• Building strong relationships with subcontractors, consultants and project stakeholders
• Supporting the project team to achieve project financial and contractual objectives

We are looking for team members who have:

• 3–5 years' commercial construction experience, ideally within a head contractor environment
• Experience in Contracts Administration, procurement or commercial project delivery
• Sound understanding of construction processes and contract administration
• Familiarity with contract law principles and relevant construction legislation
• Experience using CHEOPS, Aconex or similar construction software (training will be provided)
• A proactive attitude, strong communication skills and a genuine desire to continue learning

Build more than projects. Build your future with Hindmarsh.

At Hindmarsh, you'll join a business known for delivering quality projects while creating an environment where people are supported to succeed. We combine the strength and stability of a respected national contractor with the opportunities that come from being part of a growing Adelaide team.

With multiple projects commencing across South Australia, you'll enjoy genuine opportunities to broaden your experience, work alongside experienced industry professionals and continue progressing your commercial career.

Along with meaningful work and career development opportunities, you'll enjoy:

• Exclusive discounts at 400+ retailers
• Flex Days and additional leave rewards
• A birthday gift every year
• Ongoing training and development
• Wellbeing initiatives that support you inside and outside work

If you're looking for a role where you'll be challenged, supported and given every opportunity to grow your commercial career, we'd love to hear from you.