Contracts Administrator

Northbuild Construction; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Long-term employment

Diverse and interesting commercial CM

Job summary

Northbuild Construction is seeking an experienced Contracts Administrator for a Toowoomba-based role. You will manage subcontract agreements, track variations, and control costs while coordinating with clients, subcontractors, consultants and suppliers to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will be responsible for budgeting, procurement, and maintaining comprehensive project records across a diverse range of commercial construction projects.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Contracts Administrator within construction.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts and subcontract administration.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• High attention to detail and organisational ability.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Proficiency in MS Office and construction-management software.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, letting and administering subcontract agreements.
• Managing subcontractor claims, variations and progress payments.
• Assessing and processing supplier invoices.
• Assisting with project budgeting, cost forecasting and reporting.
• Tracking project variations and contract compliance.
• Liaising with clients, subcontractors, consultants and suppliers.
• Supporting project teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Maintaining accurate project records and documentation.

Skills

Contracts Administration

Construction industry knowledge

Communication & negotiation

Attention to detail

Project management

Microsoft Office

Cheops

Hammertech

Education

Construction Management / Quantity Surveying degree

Tools

Cheops

Hammertech

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Contracts Administrator to join our growing construction team based in Toowoomba.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse range of commercial construction projects while playing a key role in contract administration, procurement, cost control, and project delivery.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Contracts Administrator to join our growing construction team based in Toowoomba.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse range of commercial construction projects while playing a key role in contract administration, procurement, cost control, and project delivery.

About the Role

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Preparing, letting and administering subcontract agreements

• Managing subcontractor claims, variations and progress payments

• Assessing and processing supplier invoices

• Assisting with project budgeting, cost forecasting and reporting

• Tracking project variations and contract compliance

• Liaising with clients, subcontractors, consultants and suppliers

• Supporting project teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget

• Maintaining accurate project records and documentation

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

Please note that only candidates with full Australian working rights will be considered for this position.

• Previous experience as a Contracts Administrator within the construction industry

• Strong understanding of construction contracts and subcontract administration

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills

• High attention to detail and strong organisational ability

• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction management software including Cheops and Hammertech

• Relevant qualifications in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Building, or a related field (preferred)

• Full and unrestricted working rights in Australia (no sponsorship available)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package

• Secure, long-term employment with an established company

• Diverse and interesting commercial construction projects

• Supportive team environment

• Opportunities for professional growth and career progression

• Local Toowoomba based role with minimal travel requirements