Contract Administrator: Dynamic Fitout & Refurbishment Projects

Amida Group; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Amida Group in Melbourne is seeking a Contract Administrator to join our growing construction team. You will manage commercial aspects across the full project lifecycle, ensuring profitability and timely delivery on fitout, refurbishment and new build works.

The role requires a tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or Engineering, 3+ years’ experience, strong financial analysis, negotiation and stakeholder management, plus Procore or similar software.

Qualifications

• Financial analysis and budgeting experience.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency with project management software (e.g., Procore) and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage all facets of the subcontract process including negotiation, letting, and ongoing administration.
• Prepare, review, and issue subcontract packages, scopes of works, and procurement schedules.
• Negotiate and assess subcontract tenders including preparation of tender comparisons for review.
• Process progress claims, delay claims, and variations in accordance with contractual obligations.
• Prepare and maintain project budgets, cash flows, and rolling final account forecasts.
• Monitor and manage subcontractor performance, ensuring adherence to programme, quality, and contractual commitments.
• Assist in the preparation and administration of project completion documentation including defect management and practical completion.
• Work closely with the Project Manager and site team to ensure seamless project delivery.

Skills

Financial analysis

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or similar

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Office

Job description

Amida Group in Melbourne is seeking a Contract Administrator to join our growing construction team. You will manage commercial aspects across the full project lifecycle, ensuring profitability and timely delivery on fitout, refurbishment and new build works.

The role requires a tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or Engineering, 3+ years’ experience, strong financial analysis, negotiation and stakeholder management, plus Procore or similar software.