Contracts Administrator

BESIX Watpac; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing days

Awards & recognition program

Wellbeing program including skinChecks

Perkbox access

Social events & Family Days

Job summary

BESIX Watpac, with its Fletch Collective in Queensland, is seeking a Contracts Administrator to join the team. Based in Brisbane, you will support cost controls, tendering, and contract administration for trade packages and subcontractor work across projects in the region.

The role requires a Quantity Surveying/Construction Management qualification or equivalent experience, and strong stakeholder communication to coordinate with Project Managers and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying / Construction Management or relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience in subcontract and head contract administration on construction and/or fitout projects.
• Ability to communicate, influence and build effective relationships at all levels of the business and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with the Project Manager to ensure internal cost controls are being maintained.
• Arrange and run the trade package tendering process including compilation and approval of tender documents and proposed tender list, issue of documents, receipt of tenders, comparison of tenders and submission of tender recommendations for approval.
• Prepare contract documents for each trade package/subcontract and the administration of the projects financials through the companies cost management system.
• Prepare the submission of monthly consolidated reporting in the areas of cash flow forecasting, variation status, contractual matters and cost analysis/reports.
• Arrange and run the administration of variation claims, progress claims and other financial matters under the Head Contract and Trade package/Subcontract Agreements.

Education

Quantity Surveying / Construction Management degree

Job description

With over a century of heritage in Australia, BESIX Watpac is a builder deeply ingrained in the local construction landscape. Fletch Collective is a BESIX Watpac company and dedicated team of local construction experts creating high-quality commercial spaces, no matter the size. Joining Fletch means being part of a team backed by the strength of an established industry leader, with opportunity to learn, develop and build a rewarding career.

Job Description

As we expand Fletch Collective in Queensland, we seek a Contracts Administrator to join our team.The key responsibilities of this position include:

• Liaise with the Project Manager to ensure internal cost controls are being maintained.
• Arrange and run the trade package tendering process including compilation and approval of tender documents and proposed tender list, issue of documents, receipt of tenders, comparison of tenders and submission of tender recommendations for approval.
• Prepare contract documents for each trade package/subcontract and the administration of the projects financials through the companies cost management system.
• Prepare the submission of monthly consolidated reporting in the areas of cash flow forecasting, variation status, contractual matters and cost analysis/reports.
• Arrange and run the administration of variation claims, progress claims and other financial matters under the Head Contract and Trade package/Subcontract Agreements.

Qualifications

The incumbent in this role will require the following qualifications and experience:

• Degree in Quantity Surveying / Construction Management or relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience in subcontract and head contract administration on construction and/or fitout projects.
• Ability to communicate, influence and build effective relationships at all levels of the business and stakeholders.

Additional Information

Along with a competitive remuneration package and long-term career development opportunities, our employees enjoy access to the following benefits:

• Wellbeing Days - three additional leave days per year.
• Awards and Recognition Program, rewarding employees who bring our values to life.
• Access to a wellbeing program including annual skin checks and flu vaccinations.
• Instant access to Perkbox, giving you a wide variety of perks and benefits, plus curated wellbeing tools to look after your physical and mental health.
• Social events and Family Days.

We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone is valued, supported and respected. By embracing all ages, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, education and appearance, our people feel safe, empowered, and motivated to be their best. If you’re excited about this role but don’t tick all the boxes, we encourage you to apply if you have transferable skills and believe you would be a great fit.

Join our talented and passionate team delivering once-in-a-generation projects.

BESIX Watpac acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which we live and work, and pay respect to the Elders past, present and emerging.