Lead Construction Contract Administrator

Government client (agency undisclosed); Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DFP Recruitment is seeking an experienced Contract Administrator (Construction) to support a government building and construction project in Mackay. Based in the Mackay office, you will administer contracts, conduct site inspections and coordinate meetings with clients, contractors and stakeholders.

You will issue variation orders, manage RFIs, ensure compliance with building acts and contribute to quality assurance and safety programs.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of contract administration for traditional and non-traditional contracts.
• Experience supervising and administering construction or engineering contracts.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Ability to interpret contract documentation and manage contractual obligations.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring contractual obligations and ensuring fair and consistent contract administration
• Conducting regular site inspections
• Facilitating and documenting site meetings
• Issuing variation orders and assessing contractual claims
• Managing contractor RFIs
• Ensuring completed works comply with contract documentation
• Preparing and managing defect lists
• Coordinating Building Act compliance inspections and associated records
• Supporting dispute resolution processes and providing contract administration advice
• Implementing contract administration policies and procedures
• Monitoring post-contract performance evaluations
• Liaising with clients, contractors and project stakeholders regarding cost, quality and scheduling
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and quality assurance processes
• Promoting workplace health, safety and equity principles

Skills

Contract administration

Stakeholder engagement

Contract interpretation

Attention to detail

Quality and compliance

Job description

DFP Recruitment is seeking an experienced Contract Administrator (Construction) to support a government building and construction project in Mackay. Based in the Mackay office, you will administer contracts, conduct site inspections and coordinate meetings with clients, contractors and stakeholders.

You will issue variation orders, manage RFIs, ensure compliance with building acts and contribute to quality assurance and safety programs.