Contract Administrator

Bryant Building Contractors; Ballina Shire; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Bryant Building Contractors is expanding into the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales and seeks an experienced Contract Administrator to support delivery across our projects. Reporting to the Project Manager, you will manage contract administration, subcontractor procurement, progress claims, and project documentation to ensure compliance with contract requirements and Bryant policies.

You will collaborate with project teams, liaise with clients and suppliers, and maintain accurate

Qualifications

• Minimum five years' experience in Contract Administration or a similar construction-related role.

Responsibilities

• Provide contract administration and project coordination support across projects.

Skills

Contract administration

Project coordination

Subcontractor management

Procurement

Negotiation

Communication

Time management

Education

Tertiary qualification in Project/Construction Management

Tools

Jobpac

Procore

MS Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Bryant Building Contractors (‘Bryant’) is an established building and construction contractor delivering complex projects across Queensland and the Northern Territory, with plans to expand our operations into the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales. Founded in Cairns in 1986, the business grew from a family operation shaped by the demands of Northern Australia — where resilience, ingenuity, and responsibility are essential. Those demands still define how we work today, delivering projects that are Built Solid through a calm, consistent approach that turns complex ideas into real results.

By joining the Bryant team, you become part of a company that values growth, excellence and community, and gives you opportunities to develop a career — not just a job.

Our Values

Respect, Accountability, Professionalism, Safety First.

The Role

As part of Bryant’s planned expansion into the Northern Rivers region, we are seeking an experienced Contract Administrator to support our growth and future project delivery in the area.

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will play an integral role in supporting the successful delivery of building and construction projects, providing contract administration and project coordination across all stages of delivery.

Working closely with Project Managers and project teams, you will assist with subcontractor management, procurement, progress claims, project documentation and reporting, while helping ensure projects are delivered in accordance with contractual requirements, legislation and Bryant policies and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provide contract administration and project coordination support across projects.

Assist with subcontractor procurement and administration, including subcontract agreements, progress payments and compliance documentation.

Raise and manage purchase orders and undertake invoice reconciliation.

Assist with the preparation of progress claims, variations, RFIs and other contractual documentation.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, registers, quality records and project files.

Review contract documentation and assist with contractual clarifications and project requirements.

Assist Project Managers with project programming, planning, reporting and monitoring of key deliverables.

Monitor project progress across time, cost, quality and contractual requirements and escalates issues where required.

Liaise effectively with clients, subcontractors, suppliers and internal project stakeholders.

Support project teams to ensure reporting, compliance and administrative requirements are completed accurately and on time

About You

A minimum of five years' experience in Contract Administration or a similar construction-related role.

Tertiary qualifications in Project Management, Construction Management or a related discipline.

Sound knowledge of construction contracts and contract administration principles.

Strong planning, organisational and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.

Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.

Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills.

Ability to work autonomously while contributing effectively within a project team.

Ability to interpret construction plans, drawings and project documentation.

Ability to interpret plans and develop detailed scopes of work.

Ability to prepare a basic bill of quantities or suitable trade take-offs.

Ability to analyse competing contractor pricing and prepare letting recommendations.

Demonstrated skills in Jobpac or similar cost control software desirable.

Demonstrated skills in Procore or similar project management software desirable.

Intermediate skills in MS Project and the Microsoft Office suite.

Sound problem-solving, evaluation and analytical skills.

Knowledge of relevant construction legislation, regulations, Australian Standards and Codes of Practice.

Current General Construction Induction Training (White Card).

Driver Licence preferred.

Ability to travel to project sites where required.

Strong and enjoyable company culture

Work in an environment where you can make an impact

Work/life balance with flexible work arrangements

Bryant does not accept any unsolicited contact from Recruitment Agencies.

Candidates must be entitled to work in Australia and may be required to undertake a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol testing.