Contract Administrator - Path to Project Manager (Fitout)

Wilder Fox; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent salary package

Career growth

PM pathway

Exposure to high-end retail brands

Job summary

Wilder Fox is recruiting a Contract Administrator to support Construction By Design on large-scale fitout and refurb projects in NSW. You will coordinate contracts, manage budgets, and liaise with site teams to ensure on-time delivery.

A pathway to Project Manager exists for high-performing candidates. Ideal candidates have 3+ years in a similar role, tertiary qualifications in Building or Construction, and strong contract/tender experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Thorough knowledge of contracts and tender processes.
• Ability to interpret design documents and manage budgets.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Strong negotiation skills and problem solving.
• Experience with procurement of subcontractors and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage projects within budget, timeline and scope.
• Administer head contracts including claims, variations, EOTs and RFIs.
• Administer subcontracts including claim assessment and variations.
• Prepare procurement documentation and tender/pricing schedules.
• Conduct tender analysis and make recommendations.
• Negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers and prepare detailed scopes of works.
• Produce financial information to manage construction budget.
• Liaise with site staff and monitor site progress; provide status updates to the PM.
• Prepare quantities and take-offs as required.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract knowledge

Tender processes

Budget management

Time management

Design interpretation

Education

Building/Construction degree

Job description

Wilder Fox is recruiting a Contract Administrator to support Construction By Design on large-scale fitout and refurb projects in NSW. You will coordinate contracts, manage budgets, and liaise with site teams to ensure on-time delivery.

A pathway to Project Manager exists for high-performing candidates. Ideal candidates have 3+ years in a similar role, tertiary qualifications in Building or Construction, and strong contract/tender experience.