Senior Contract Administrator, Construction Projects

Network Refurbishment & Construction; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Construction Services is seeking a Contract Administrator to manage procurement, subcontract administration and the financial performance of projects across commercial and residential construction, including hospitality fit-outs.

Based in Sydney, you will prepare and lodge project documents, oversee budgets and cash flow, and coordinate subcontract packages from tender to close-out while maintaining strong relationships with clients and suppliers. Australian citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years' experience in Contract Administrator role
• Qualification in Construction Management, Building, Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying
• Experience in hospitality, commercial or residential construction with knowledge of Sydney subcontractor market
• Working knowledge of the NSW Planning Portal, security of payment legislation and WHS requirements
• Sound commercial judgment and understanding of head contracts and project risk
• Strong communication, organisation and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and MS Project
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
• Australian citizenship, as required for this position

Responsibilities

• Preparing and administering RFIs, EOTs, variations and payment claims
• Preparing cost forecasts and cash flow reports, and monitoring project budgets
• Managing subcontract packages from scope preparation and tendering through procurement, variations, payment and close-out
• Ordering and coordinating materials before construction starts and throughout the project to meet site requirements and programme dates
• Preparing tender comparisons and procurement recommendations
• Preparing and lodging required project documents through the NSW Planning Portal and other relevant building portals
• Maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, suppliers and consultants

Skills

Contract administration

Procurement

Budgeting

MS Project

MS Office

Communication

Education

Construction-related degree

Tools

MS Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Network Construction Services is seeking a Contract Administrator to manage procurement, subcontract administration and the financial performance of projects across commercial and residential construction, including hospitality fit-outs.

Based in Sydney, you will prepare and lodge project documents, oversee budgets and cash flow, and coordinate subcontract packages from tender to close-out while maintaining strong relationships with clients and suppliers. Australian citizenship is required.