Contract Administrator - Commercial

The Lorian Group; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lorian Group is seeking an intermediate Contract Administrator to join a project team delivering commercial, industrial and health projects in South East Queensland. You will manage subcontractor procurement, contract administration, variations, progress claims and cost reporting, with the role spanning office and site-based duties.

Ideal candidates will have 3–5 years’ experience with a commercial builder, qualifications in construction or QS, and strong communication within a team.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience as a Contract Administrator with a commercial builder.
• Experience on commercial construction projects.
• Construction or quantity surveying qualifications.
• Strong subcontractor procurement and contract administration skills.
• Strong understanding of variations, progress claims and cost reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee subcontractor procurement and contract administration for projects.
• Manage variations, progress claims and cost reporting.
• Support project close-out and site coordination with PM and team.

Skills

Contract Admin

Commercial construction

Subcontractor procurement

Cost reporting

Communication

Education

Construction or QS qualification

Tools

Jobpac

Job description

Your new company

The Lorian Group have partnered with an established commercial builder that has developed a strong reputation for delivering quality projects across South East Queensland. Their workload covers a mix of commercial, industrial and health projects, with a solid pipeline of secured work.

The business has an experienced leadership team, good internal systems and a stable project team. They offer a professional but down-to-earth environment where people are supported and given the opportunity to progress

Your new role

An opportunity is available for an intermediate level Contract Administrator to join an established project team delivering commercial, industrial and health projects valued up to $30m.

Working alongside an experienced Project Manager, you will be involved across the full commercial delivery of projects, including subcontractor procurement, contract administration, variations, progress claims, cost reporting and project close-out. This role would suit a CA who can manage their own responsibilities while continuing to develop within a supportive team. This role provides an opportunity for the candidate to both office and site based.

What you will need to succeed

• Around 3–5 years’ experience as a Contract Administrator with a commercial builder
• Experience working on commercial construction projects
• Relevant construction or quantity surveying qualifications
• Strong subcontractor procurement and contract administration skills
• Good understanding of variations, progress claims and cost reporting
• Jobpac experience would be highly regarded
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well within a project team
• A stable employment history and a genuine interest in building a long-term career

What you will get in return

You will join an established builder with a strong project pipeline and the opportunity to work across a varied range of projects valued up to $30m. You will be supported by experienced construction professionals while being given genuine responsibility across your projects.

The role offers a competitive salary package, ongoing career development and the opportunity to become an important part of a stable and growing team.

Additional information

• Great pipeline of work
• Strong career development culture
• Tight knit Tier 3 builder