Pre-Construction Contract Administrator - Brisbane Projects

W Talent; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

W Talent is partnering with a well-regarded Queensland builder to recruit a Contract Administrator for two Brisbane projects kicking off early 2027. You will join during pre-construction and have input into procurement and buildability before work starts on site, helping the team manage tendering and subcontractor arrangements.

Fortitude Valley commercial development and City fringe industrial development offer exposure to a diverse range of contracts, from office fit-out to industrial works.

Qualifications

• Experience in contract administration for commercial/industrial builders.
• Understanding of procurement, subcontracts, progress claims, variations and cost reporting.
• Degree in construction management or quantity surveying (desirable).
• Accurate record-keeping and ownership of commercial deadlines.
• Commercial awareness to spot scope gaps, risks and contractual issues early.
• Ability to work with Project Managers, site teams and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tender packages, obtain and compare subcontractor quotes, and help recommend trade awards.
• Prepare and administer subcontract agreements and supporting records.
• Assess subcontractor progress claims and issue payment schedules within contractual timeframes.
• Assess and document variations, and help prepare head contract variations and claims.
• Maintain cost reports, commitments and forecasts.
• Track contract notices, time-related matters and correspondence.
• Coordinate with site teams, consultants and subcontractors on scope and documentation.
• Contribute to procurement planning and buildability during pre-construction.
• Support defects, close-out and final accounts.

Skills

Contract admin

Procurement

Subcontracts

Progress claims

Cost reporting

Variations

Education

Construction management / QS degree

Job description

W Talent is partnering with a well-regarded Queensland builder to recruit a Contract Administrator for two Brisbane projects kicking off early 2027. You will join during pre-construction and have input into procurement and buildability before work starts on site, helping the team manage tendering and subcontractor arrangements.

Fortitude Valley commercial development and City fringe industrial development offer exposure to a diverse range of contracts, from office fit-out to industrial works.