Contract Administrator - Construction & Project Delivery

Sacyr; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Alder Group on the Gold Coast is seeking a Contract Administrator to support project delivery from start to finish. You will inspect sites, manage budgets, process payment claims, and handle variations.

Strong communication and stakeholder skills are essential. Ideal candidates hold a Certificate IV in Contract Administration with at least 3 years of construction contracting experience, and a degree in Construction Management is desirable.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a Contract Administrator or similar construction-based role.
• Experience preparing and administering contracts.
• Proven experience managing variations, delays, and contract claims.
• Experience monitoring project cash flow and reporting.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Conducting site inspections and managing project budgets and programs.
• Managing payment claims in accordance with contract requirements.
• Assessing site instructions, subcontractor variations, and pricing variations for approval.
• Reviewing project documentation and identifying potential risks, defects, and project delays.
• Maintaining accurate project records and reports
• Participating in project start-up meetings.
• Reviewing and contributing to subcontractor and supplier scopes of work.
• Ensuring subcontractors and suppliers deliver works in accordance with project specifications and requirements.
• Preparing, issuing, and coordinating tender packages.
• Monitoring project performance and providing regular feedback to Project Managers.
• Supporting the project team to achieve commercial targets and project profitability.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Budgeting

Education

Certificate IV in Contract Administration

Construction Management degree (desirable)

Job description

Alder Group on the Gold Coast is seeking a Contract Administrator to support project delivery from start to finish. You will inspect sites, manage budgets, process payment claims, and handle variations.

Strong communication and stakeholder skills are essential. Ideal candidates hold a Certificate IV in Contract Administration with at least 3 years of construction contracting experience, and a degree in Construction Management is desirable.