CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR

CivilandScape; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great salary package

Job summary

Civil and Scape in Sydney seeks an experienced Contract Administrator to oversee delivery of civil and landscape projects, coordinating budgets, programmes and documentation from award to completion. You will liaise with suppliers, subcontractors and the project team, manage drawing registers, submit payment claims and report to the General Manager, ensuring on-time, on-budget project outcomes.

Applicants will have 4+ years in a similar role, strong contract/budget skills and proficiency with

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications preferred.
• Over 4 years’ experience in a similar role is essential (Construction, Civil and Landscaping Contract Administrator).
• Proven ability to manage contracts, budgets and programmes.
• Competent with Microsoft Office and project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Support site team to deliver live projects on time and on budget.
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to coordinate works, deliveries and purchase orders.
• Prepare and manage project budget.
• Manage and track project delivery programme.
• Prepare and submit payment claims and variations.
• Review project documentation including contracts (AS4000, AS4906).
• Prepare documentation to assist site team and Senior Management.
• Manage drawing register for all live projects.
• Monitor department performance and drive improvements.
• Work with estimating division and develop templates/databases.
• Be the authoritative contact for all matters relating to the Department.
• Communicate with Senior Leadership openly on issues.
• Deliver projects from start to finish with minimal senior management support.
• Report to the General Manager.

Skills

Budget management

Programme management

Microsoft Office

Contract administration

Communication skills

Education

Tertiary qualifications

Tools

MS Project

Excel

Word

PDF

Job description

Civil and Scape is rapidly becoming one of Sydney’s most respected and professional Commercial Landscape and Civil contractors. Our primary focus is client satisfaction, and we pride ourselves in maintaining this healthy relationship through the quality of our work as well as delivering iconic projects. We are seeking an experienced Contract Administrator to immediately join our team. The successful candidate will be required to work with project stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and seamlessly.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Support site team to deliver live projects on time and on budget
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to coordinate works, deliveries and purchase orders in a timely manner
• Prepare and manage project budget
• Manage and track project delivery programme
• Prepare and submit payment claims and variations in accordance with contractual obligations
• Review and take note of all project documentation including legal documentation such as contracts (AS4000, AS4906 etc…)
• Prepare documentation and tools required to assist site team and Senior Management with the delivery of each project
• Manage drawing register for all live projects to ensure accuracy
• Continually monitor performance of the department and implement appropriate strategies for improvement
• Work closely with estimating division
• Development/Management of business estimating templates and databases
• Be the authoritative contact for all matters relating to the Department
• Communicate with Senior Leadership team openly and as soon as any issues are identified
• Overall responsible for delivery of projects from start to finish with minimal assistance from Senior Management
• Reporting to the General Manager

Experience And Skills Required

• Tertiary qualifications preferred
• Over 4 years’ experience in a similar role is essential (Construction, Civil and Landscaping Contract Administrator experience)
• Proven ability to manage contracts, budgets and programmes
• Advanced technical knowledge of landscape and/or civil construction methodology, materials etc.
• Competent and confident to use Microsoft suite of products including Word, Excel, PDF, Project etc.
• Reliable transportation and NSW Drivers License
• Workcover White Card
• Fluent written and verbal English ability
• Excellent interpersonal/communication skills

Benefits

• Great salary package + incentive schemes
• Friendly and enjoyable working environment
• Strong Pipeline of projects
• Great career advancement and opportunities as the organisation continues to grow