Senior Project Engineer / Contracts Admin – Office Fit-Outs

Amida Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Amida Recruitment is seeking an experienced Project Engineer / Contracts Administrator for a leading NSW construction firm delivering large commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects. You will manage subcontract packages, procurement, progress claims and client reports to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

The role requires a tertiary engineering or construction qualification and 4–7+ years in the sector, with strong negotiation and financial management skills.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Construction or similar.
• 4–7+ years’ experience within the construction industry.
• Strong negotiation and financial analysis skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and check subcontract packages.
• Negotiate and review subcontract tenders.
• Produce and maintain a procurement schedule that matches the program.
• Preparation of accurate payment schedules.
• Process progress / delay claims and variations.
• Prepare and issue draft progress reports for clients monthly.
• Manage project files, drawings, registers and shop drawings.
• Assist in management and tracking of project expenditure against budget.
• Oversee financial management, planning and programming.
• Conduct regular programme and internal project audits.
• Manage disputes between client and subcontractors.
• Review and improve construction methodologies.
• Induct and develop project staff with feedback.
• Ensure industrial relations arrangements are up to date.
• Manage subcontractors to deliver within time, quality, safety and budget.

Skills

Project Management

Subcontract Negotiation

Budget/Cost control

Progress Reporting

Contract Administration

Education

Engineering/Construction degree

Job description

Amida Recruitment is seeking an experienced Project Engineer / Contracts Administrator for a leading NSW construction firm delivering large commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects. You will manage subcontract packages, procurement, progress claims and client reports to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

The role requires a tertiary engineering or construction qualification and 4–7+ years in the sector, with strong negotiation and financial management skills.