Contracts & Commercial Administrator – Construction

Concentis; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Concentis is seeking a project commercial administrator to support contract administration and cost controls on a major Queensland construction project. You will assist with variations, progress claims and documentation, working with the Project Manager and Commercial Manager.

You will coordinate reporting, ensure contractual compliance and maintain strong relationships with project teams and subcontractors while supporting safety and quality requirements.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or similar
• Proven experience in construction contracts administration or a related role
• Strong knowledge of MS Word, Excel and Outlook
• Effective communicator who builds strong relationships across project teams
• Highly organised, accurate and able to manage shifting priorities
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
• Strong commercial awareness and sound judgement in a project environment
• Current driver's licence and General Construction Induction Card

Responsibilities

• Manage project contracts, variations, progress claims and financial matters
• Support subcontract tendering, trade packages and contract documentation
• Work closely with project teams to maintain cost and commercial controls
• Provide monthly reporting covering cash flow, variations and cost analysis
• Coordinate performance securities, retention bonds and statutory requirements
• Liaise with project teams and subcontractors on contractual matters
• Support project safety, environment and quality requirements
• Provide general site, office and project administration support

Skills

Effective communicator

Highly organised

Autonomous worker

Commercial awareness

Education

Quantity Surveying or Construction Management qualification

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Outlook

Job description

Concentis is seeking a project commercial administrator to support contract administration and cost controls on a major Queensland construction project. You will assist with variations, progress claims and documentation, working with the Project Manager and Commercial Manager.

You will coordinate reporting, ensure contractual compliance and maintain strong relationships with project teams and subcontractors while supporting safety and quality requirements.