Senior Contract Administrator

Renascent; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive culture

Landmark projects

Paid Leave

Wellbeing

Job summary

Renascent in Perth is seeking a Senior Contract Administrator to own the client’s day-to-day commercial and contractual needs, including tendering, procurement, preparing and negotiating variations, and drafting contractual correspondence.

You will work on both upstream and downstream activities through tendering, delivery, contract close and commercial settlement, with monthly reporting, policy compliance, and clear stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in a related field, along with significant experience in fit-out and refurbishment delivery.
• CA experience: 5+ years as a Contracts Administrator with a proven track record in commercial and contractual risk management.
• Procurement: Hands-on experience with procurement and management of major subcontract packages for large-scale projects.
• Leadership: Demonstrate strong leadership and collaboration skills, with a focus on customer satisfaction.
• Communication: Clear, articulate communication with the ability to manage both internal and external stakeholders effectively.
• Project experience: Experience in delivering commercial projects, with knowledge of the local construction market and subcontractors.
• Detail-oriented: A sharp eye for detail and proven communication skills.
• Tech Savvy: Experience with Jobpac and Procore is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, collate, and evaluate tender documents to ensure everything is spot on.
• Manage subcontractor packages, scopes, lettings, and procurement schedules with flair.
• Assist with progress claims and external variations to keep everything on track.
• Review, negotiate, and finalise subcontracts with a keen eye for detail.
• Manage and track project expenditures, including subcontractor claims, to ensure budgets are met.
• Work with the Contracts Manager to submit accurate and timely Monthly Project Reports.
• Ensure all commercial activities align with Renascent's policies and procedures.
• Foster a climate of mutual trust in all activities.
• Keep project stakeholders informed with clear and friendly communication, both verbal and written.

Skills

Tendering

Procurement

Contract administration

Leadership

Communication

Project delivery

Detail-oriented

Education

Tertiary qualification in related field

Tools

Jobpac

Procore

Job description

We have a recent opportunity arise for a Senior Contract Administrator to join our Perth team. We are looking for someone who is self-motivated and eager to grow and develop within our reputable company.

As a Senior Contract Administrator, you will take ownership of the client’s day-to-day commercial and contractual needs including tendering, procurement, preparing and negotiating variations, drafting contractual correspondence, and assisting in development of claims. You will get the opportunity to work on both upstream and downstream activities through tendering, delivery, contract close and commercial settlement.

In This Role, you will be part of:

• Tender Documentation: Prepare, collate, and evaluate tender documents to ensure everything is spot on.
• Managing Subcontractors: Handle subcontractor packages, scopes, lettings, and procurement schedules with flair.
• Claim and Variation Support: Assist with progress claims and external variations to keep everything on track.
• Negotiation contracts: Review, negotiate, and finalise subcontracts with a keen eye for detail.
• Expense Reimbursement: Manage and track project expenditures, including subcontractor claims, to ensure budgets are met.
• Monthly Reporting: Work with the Contracts Manager to submit accurate and timely Monthly Project Reports.
• Policy Compliance: Ensure all commercial activities align with Renascent's policies and procedures.
• Creating a trustful culture: Foster a climate of mutual trust in all your activities.
• Relationship Building: Keep project stakeholders informed with clear and friendly communication, both verbal and written.
  

What we are looking for:

• Relevant Qualifications: A tertiary qualification in a related field, along with significant experience in fit-out and refurbishment delivery.
• CA Experience: 5+ years as a Contracts Administrator with a proven track record in commercial and contractual risk management.
• Procurement: Hands-on experience with procurement and management of major subcontract packages for large-scale projects.
• Leadership Skills: Demonstrate strong leadership and collaboration skills, with a focus on customer satisfaction.
• Communication Skills: Clear, articulate communication with the ability to manage both internal and external stakeholders effectively.
• Project Experience: Experience in delivering commercial projects, with knowledge of the local construction market and subcontractors.
• Detail-Oriented: A sharp eye for detail and proven communication skills.
• Tech Savvy: Experience with Jobpac and Procore is highly regarded.

What We Offer:

• Inclusive culture: Be part of our people-first culture; Great Place to Work 2024 & 2025 Certified, Great Places to Work for Women 2026 certified
• Landmark projects: Work on exciting and impactful projects, with a consistent and growing project pipeline
• Paid Leave: Various paid leave options to support work-life balance
• Wellbeing: The business offers a range of valuable benefits designed to enhance employee physical, financial and emotional well-being and support their professional growth

To find out more about us check out the rest of our website.

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Renascent acknowledges the Traditional Owners of all the lands on which our offices are located and sites on which we work. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and to Elders past, present and emerging.