Contract Administrator

Design & Build Recruitment; Canberra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ownership of project outcomes

Close work with Senior Project Manager

Exposure to commercial construction &

Job summary

Design & Build Recruitment is partnering with a well-established commercial construction company in Canberra to recruit an Experienced Contracts Administrator. This role requires 4+ years' experience and offers ownership of the commercial and contractual side of projects, working closely with a Senior Project Manager.

You will support the delivery of high-quality commercial construction and fit-out projects across Canberra, including managing subcontractor packages, negotiating contracts,

Qualifications

• 4+ years' experience as a Contracts Administrator in commercial construction.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts and subcontract administration.
• Experience managing variations, claims, EOTs and progress payments.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proactive approach with the ability to work autonomously.
• A relevant construction, quantity surveying or commercial qualification is advantageous.
• Must have the right to work in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Manage subcontractor packages from procurement to final account.
• Prepare, review and administer subcontractor contracts.
• Manage variations, progress claims, extensions of time and contractual correspondence.
• Assist with project budgets, cost reporting and forecasting.
• Review and negotiate subcontractor claims.
• Manage project documentation and contractual obligations.
• Work closely with the Senior Project Manager, Site Manager, consultants and subcontractors.
• Identify and manage commercial risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support the project from procurement through to completion.
• Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, consultants and key stakeholders.

Skills

Contract administration

Subcontract administration

Negotiation

Communication

Attention to detail

Autonomous / self-driven

Cost reporting

Education

Quantity surveying qualification

Job description

A well-established and highly regarded commercial construction company is looking for an Experienced Contracts Administrator to join its Canberra team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Contracts Administrator with 4+ years' experience who is looking to take ownership of the commercial and contractual side of projects while working closely with an experienced Senior Project Manager.

You’ll be an integral part of the project team, supporting the successful delivery of high-quality commercial construction and fit-out projects across Canberra.

The Role

Working closely with the Senior Project Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day commercial and contractual administration of your projects, including:

• Managing subcontractor packages from procurement through to final account


• Preparing, reviewing and administering subcontractor contracts


• Managing variations, progress claims, extensions of time and contractual correspondence


• Assisting with project budgets, cost reporting and forecasting


• Reviewing and negotiating subcontractor claims


• Managing project documentation and contractual obligations


• Working closely with the Senior Project Manager, Site Manager, consultants and subcontractors


• Identifying and managing commercial risks throughout the project lifecycle


• Supporting the project from procurement through to completion


• Maintaining strong relationships with subcontractors, consultants and key stakeholders

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Minimum 4 years' experience as a Contracts Administrator within commercial construction


• Strong understanding of construction contracts and subcontract administration


• Experience managing variations, claims, EOTs and progress payments


• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail


• Excellent communication and negotiation skills


• The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines


• A proactive approach with the ability to work autonomously


• A relevant construction, quantity surveying or commercial qualification is advantageous


• Must have the right to work in Australia

What's on Offer?

• Join an established and successful commercial construction business


• Work closely with an experienced Senior Project Manager


• Genuine ownership and responsibility across your projects


• Exposure to quality commercial construction and fit-out projects


• Supportive and collaborati