Contracts Administrator Assistant

Ertech; Town of Perth (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Supportive culture

Career development

Performance development plans

Private health insurance

Flu vaccinations

Novated leasing

Recognition rewards

Referral program

Job summary

Ertech is seeking an experienced Contract Administrator Assistant to join our Wangara office. You will support the contracts and project teams with commercial and contractual requirements to help deliver successful outcomes.

Key responsibilities include preparing contracts and notices, handling payment claims and variations, supporting procurement, and managing cost reporting and risks. Australian Working Rights are required and a National Police Check may be needed.

Qualifications

• Achieved or working towards a tertiary qualification in quantity surveying, construction management or similar field.
• Solid understanding of commercial requirements, contract management and cost control.
• 1-3 years relevant industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation, review and administration of contracts, subcontractor agreements and contractual notices.
• Prepare and assess payment claims, variations and contractual claims for clients and subcontractors.
• Support procurement activities, including tender preparation and contract finalisation.
• Assist with cost reporting, CVR processes and management of commercial risks.
• Build positive client and stakeholder relationships with timely communication.
• Identify contractual/commercial issues and provide practical solutions with project teams.
• Manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and ensure safety and company requirements.

Skills

Contract management

Subcontract management

Cost control

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Quantity surveying / Construction management degree

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

Job description

ABOUT US

Ertech is a proudly employee-owned Australian civil and electrical construction company, delivering high-quality services across the Transport, Infrastructure, Resources, and Defence sectors. We partner with clients in both the public and private sectors, including state and federal governments. Since our humble beginnings in 1981, we’ve built a strong reputation for the quality of our work and the long-term relationships we foster — all driven by our core values of collaboration, courage, and authenticity.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are currently seeking an experienced Contract Administrator Assistant to join our team at our Wangara office.

In this role, you will provide essential support to the contracts and project teams, assisting with the delivery of commercial and contractual requirements to support successful project outcomes.

Other key responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Assist with the preparation, review and administration of contracts, subcontractor agreements and contractual notices.
• Prepare and assess payment claims, variations and contractual claims for clients, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Support procurement activities, including tender preparation, subcontractor selection, negotiations and contract finalisation.
• Assist with cost reporting, monthly CVR processes and the management of commercial risks.
• Build positive client and stakeholder relationships, ensuring timely communication and effective project outcomes.
• Identify potential contractual and commercial issues, providing practical solutions in collaboration with project teams.
• Manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, comply with safety and company requirements, and actively contribute to team performance and professional development.

To be successful, you will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• Achieved or working towards a tertiary qualification in quantity surveying, construction management or similar field
• 1-3 years relevant experience in relevant industry
• Solid understanding of Commercial requirements, contract management, subcontract management, cost control in the Civil Engineering industry.
• Proficiency with MS Office.
• Knowledge in the use of ERP systems.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a National Police Check.
• MUST hold valid Australian Working Rights.

WHY JOIN ERTECH?

At Ertech, we’re committed to investing in our people and creating a workplace where you can thrive. Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Competitive remuneration that reflects your skills and experience

• Supportive, team-oriented culture where collaboration and respect are valued

• Play a key role in shaping the growth and success of our projects

• Career development and progression opportunities, annual performance development plans.

• Access to great benefits, including:

• Discounted Private Health Insurance (HBF & Medibank)

• Annual flu vaccinations

• Novated leasing options through Paywise

• Service recognition and milestone rewards

• Employee Referral Program incentives

OUR CULTURE

At Ertech, our people are fundamental to our success. We’re focused on creating an inclusive workplace, with the right people in the right roles, who are engaged, empowered, and appropriately rewarded. Ertech will provide you with the chance to be a part of great team, meet new people and gain experience with an industry leader who puts safety first.

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

We value the unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of all people and actively encourage applications from First Nations peoples, all genders, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, people with disability, LGBTQIA community members, and veterans of the Australian Defence Force.

Ertech is a proud Veteran Employment supporter. We recognise the valuable skills and leadership that veterans bring to our industry and welcome their applications at all levels of the business. Even if you don’t meet every requirement listed, we encourage you to apply and bring your strengths to our team.