Contract Administrator

Fit in Talent; Sydney; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct training from Director

Career progression opportunities

Autonomy to carry out tasks

Job summary

Fit in Talent seeks a Contract Administrator for fast-paced commercial fit out and refurbishment projects in Sydney. You will manage the commercial and contractual aspects from procurement through to final completion, working with Project Managers, site teams, subcontractors and clients to ensure efficient delivery.

The role requires proven experience on projects up to $8M, strong contract and procurement knowledge, and excellence in communications and negotiation.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Contract Administrator within commercial fit out and refurbishment.
• Proven experience delivering multiple projects up to $8mil in value.
• Strong understanding of contracts, procurement and subcontractor management.
• Experience managing variations, progress claims, cost reporting and final accounts.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management.
• Proficiency in Procore and Jobpac.
• Highly organised with ability to manage competing priorities.
• Qualifications in construction management, building or commercial fields are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review and administer subcontractor agreements and head contracts.
• Manage procurement, subcontractor letting and scope of works.
• Assess progress claims, variations and payment schedules.
• Respond to project related RFI's.
• Identify and manage contractual risks and commercial opportunities.
• Prepare and negotiate variations, extensions of time and contractual notices.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and contractual records.
• Work closely with Project Managers and site teams to support successful project delivery.
• Assist with project completion, final accounts and subcontractor claims.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Organisational skills

Education

Construction management qualification

Building/commercial qualifications

Tools

Procore

Jobpac

Job description

Contract Administrator - Fit Out & Refurbishment

Are you a driven Contract Administrator with experience delivering commercial fit out and refurbishment projects up to $8mil in value? Looking to join a growing business where you can take ownership of your projects, work alongside an experienced team and contribute to high quality project delivery? We're partnering with a well established commercial builder seeking a Contract Administrator to join their team.

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for a Contract Administrator who understands the fast-paced nature of fit out and refurbishment works and can effectively manage the commercial and contractual aspects of projects from procurement through to final completion. You'll work closely with Project Managers, site teams, subcontractors and clients to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review and administer subcontractor agreements and head contracts.
• Manage procurement, subcontractor letting and scope of works.
• Assess progress claims, variations and payment schedules.
• Respond to project related RFI's.
• Identify and manage contractual risks and commercial opportunities.
• Prepare and negotiate variations, extensions of time and contractual notices.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and contractual records.
• Work closely with Project Managers and site teams to support successful project delivery.
• Assist with project completion, final accounts and subcontractor claims.

About You

• Previous experience as a Contract Administrator within commercial fit out and refurbishment.
• Proven experience delivering multiple projects up to $8mil in value.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, procurement and subcontractor management.
• Experience managing variations, progress claims, cost reporting and final accounts.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Procore and Jobpac.
• Highly organised, proactive and able to manage competing priorities.
• Relevant construction management, building or commercial qualifications will be highly regarded.

What's on Offer?

• The opportunity to work on a diverse range of commercial fit out and refurbishment projects across workplace, education, government, and hospitality sectors.
• A supportive team environment with experienced construction professionals.
• Career progression and professional development opportunities.
• A business that values its people and recognises strong performance.
• Competitive salary package, aligned with experience.

Additional information

• Direct training from Director
• Genuine progression opportunity
• Autonomy to carry out your relative tasks