Contract Administrator — High-Value Developments

ROUSSOS RECRUITMENT; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ROUSSOS RECRUITMENT is seeking an experienced Contract Administrator to join a well-established South Australian developer/builder. You will manage day-to-day contract administration, support strong commercial outcomes, and maintain disciplined project documentation across residential, commercial and industrial sectors.

Working with the Director of Development and delivery teams, you will identify risks, manage subcontractor engagement, and contribute to cost reporting and forecasting while

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in contract administration within commercial construction or development.
• Experience administering subcontractor packages from procurement through to completion.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, variations, progress claims and cost control.
• Strong attention to detail and commercial awareness.
• Confidence communicating with subcontractors, consultants and project stakeholders.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain strong project documentation.
• A proactive approach and the confidence to take ownership of responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Administer contracts from procurement through to project completion.
• Prepare, review and manage subcontractor agreements and scopes of work.
• Manage progress claims, variations, extensions of time and subcontractor correspondence.
• Monitor project costs, commitments and budgets.
• Review subcontractor pricing and assess commercial implications.
• Work closely with project managers, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Assist with procurement and subcontractor engagement.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities throughout project delivery.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and contractual records.
• Support forecasting, cost reporting and financial administration.
• Contribute to successful delivery of projects across cost, quality and programme.

Skills

Contract administration

Commercial awareness

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Communication

Ownership

Tools

Contract management software

Cost reporting tools

Job description

ROUSSOS RECRUITMENT is seeking an experienced Contract Administrator to join a well-established South Australian developer/builder. You will manage day-to-day contract administration, support strong commercial outcomes, and maintain disciplined project documentation across residential, commercial and industrial sectors.

Working with the Director of Development and delivery teams, you will identify risks, manage subcontractor engagement, and contribute to cost reporting and forecasting while