Contract Administrator | High-Rise Residential | Gold Coast

Contec Recruitment Pty Ltd; Gold Coast City; In loco; AUD 120.000 - 160.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Contec Recruitment Pty Ltd is seeking a capable Contract Administrator to join an established developer-builder delivering a premium 27-level residential apartment development on the Gold Coast. You will work with the project team to manage subcontract procurement, contracts, cost reporting and commercial risk, ensuring programme delivery and high-quality outcomes across construction.

This role suits commercially astute professionals with multi-storey residential experience who value

Competenze

• Experience as Contract Administrator on multi-storey residential or similar projects.
• Experience with subcontractor procurement, contract administration, variations and cost reporting.
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
• Understanding of construction methodology and project delivery.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.

Mansioni

• Manage subcontractor procurement, tender analysis, negotiations and contract letting.
• Administer subcontract agreements, progress claims, variations and final accounts.
• Monitor project budgets, cost reporting, forecasting and cash flow.
• Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities throughout construction.
• Collaborate with Project Manager and Site Manager to support programme delivery.
• Manage contractual correspondence, notices and project documentation.
• Maintain relationships with subcontractors, consultants and internal stakeholders.
• Contribute to value engineering and cost efficiencies.

Conoscenze

Contract administration

Commercial acumen

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Negotiation skills

Team collaboration

Construction knowledge

Formazione

Construction Management degree

Descrizione del lavoro

Contract Administrator | High-Rise Residential | Gold Coast

Contract Administrator | High-Rise Residential | Gold Coast

The Opportunity

An excellent opportunity exists for an experienced Contract Administrator to join an established developer-builder delivering a premium 27-level residential apartment development on the Gold Coast.

Working alongside an experienced Project Manager, Site Manager Site Manager, Site Engineer and Supervisors you will play a key role in the commercial management of the project, ensuring subcontractor procurement, cost control and contractual obligations are effectively managed throughout construction.

This opportunity will appeal to a commercially astute CA with experience delivering multi-storey residential projects who enjoys taking ownership, working collaboratively with site teams and contributing to successful project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage subcontractor procurement, tender analysis, negotiations and contract letting.
• Administer subcontract agreements, progress claims, variations and final accounts.
• Monitor project budgets, cost reporting, forecasting and cash flow.
• Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities throughout construction.
• Work closely with the Project Manager and Site Manager to support programme and delivery objectives.
• Manage contractual correspondence, notices and project documentation.
• Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, consultants and internal stakeholders.
• Contribute to value engineering, cost efficiencies and positive commercial outcomes.

About You

We are seeking a capable Contract Administrator with a strong commercial foundation and experience working for a principal contractor or developer-builder.

Ideally, you will demonstrate:

• Proven experience as a Contract Administrator on multi-storey residential or comparable commercial construction projects.
• Experience with subcontractor procurement, contract administration, variations and cost reporting.
• Strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills and attention to detail.
• A practical understanding of construction methodology and project delivery.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Strong tenure and a genuine interest in developing a long-term career with the business.
• Previous experience delivering high-rise residential developments on the Gold Coast or within South East Queensland will be highly regarded.

What's on Offer?

• Work on a significant 27-level residential apartment development on the Gold Coast.
• Market Leading salary, established high calibre team and a people focussed business.
• Join an established developer-builder with a commitment to quality construction.
• Work alongside experienced construction professionals in a collaborative project team.
• Early 2027 commencement.
• Long-term career development and progression opportunities.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially capable CA looking to contribute to a high-quality residential development while continuing to develop their career within a respected construction business.