Contract Administrator

Elm Building Group; Canberra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Professional development

Career progression

Safe work environment

Job summary

Elm Building Group in Canberra is seeking an experienced Contract Administrator to support commercial construction and fitouts, high-end residential builds and multi-unit developments. You will coordinate contract administration, procurement and project cost reporting, preparing tender packages, subcontractor agreements and variation documentation while maintaining accurate records.

Join a collaborative team led by the General Manager and Project Managers, with opportunities for training and

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in contract administration within the building and construction industry.
• Sound knowledge of construction contracts, procurement, progress claims and variations.
• Strong ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications and contract documentation.
• Commercial awareness and confidence in tracking project costs, commitments and forecasts.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage priorities across multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate contract administration, procurement and cost reporting for projects.
• Prepare tender packages and subcontract agreements.
• Assess progress claims and manage variation documentation.
• Track costs and maintain accurate project records.

Skills

Contract administration

Cost tracking

Progress claims

Interpretation of drawings

Subcontract management

Client communication

Education

Construction management qualification

Quantity surveying

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Construction management software

Job description

Elm Building Group is an established Canberra construction company delivering both commercial and residential building projects across the ACT. Our reputation is built on quality workmanship, practical solutions and strong relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors.

We are seeking an experienced Contract Administrator who takes pride in their work and can support the delivery of commercial construction and fitouts, high-end residential builds and medium-sized multi-unit developments.

About the role

You will coordinate contract administration, procurement and project cost reporting, helping our projects meet their quality, time and cost objectives. Working within a supportive office environment, you will collaborate closely with our General Manager, Project Managers and Project Engineer.

Your work will include preparing tender packages and subcontract agreements, assessing progress claims, managing variation documentation, tracking costs and maintaining accurate project records.

This role is suited to someone who plans ahead, communicates clearly and takes ownership of their responsibilities, working confidently both independently and within a team.

What we’re looking for

• Demonstrated experience in contract administration within the building and construction industry.
• Sound knowledge of construction contracts, procurement, progress claims and variations.
• Strong ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications and contract documentation.
• Commercial awareness and confidence in tracking project costs, commitments and forecasts.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage priorities across multiple projects.
• Practical problem-solving skills, attention to detail and the ability to anticipate issues.
• Clear communication skills, with a professional approach to clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Competence with construction management software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Relevant qualifications in construction management, quantity surveying or a related discipline would be an advantage.

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration reflecting your experience and capability.
• Varied Canberra-based projects.
• A supportive office environment with a collaborative approach to project delivery.
• Opportunities for training, professional development and career progression.
• A workplace that values safety, quality and your contribution.