Job Description

Position Vacant: Contract administrator

Do you want a great boost to your construction career?

Do you enjoy working across a diverse range of construction projects?

Do you want the opportunity to work in a highly successful and progressive business?

If yes, then please read on…

We are one of Sydney’s leading residential construction companies working across Sydney, Central coast, and Newcastle. We specialise in a diverse range of residential construction projects. 

Our business is expanding, we now require a dynamic and talented Contracts Administrator to join our motivated team. You will be championing multiple projects across all areas of residential construction which will include Townhouses, custom homes, duplex, project style homes and low rise units.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Contract management


• Compiling cost planning and forecasting reports


• Ensuring all accounts are maintained and up to date


• Ensuring progress claims and variations are approved to schedule and paid on time


• Preparation of tender administration 


• Preparation of subcontractor packages, scopes, procurement schedules and letting of contracts 


• Management and preparation of scope changes.


• Manage and track project expenditure, inclusive of subcontractor claims


• Source suppliers pricing rates.


• Able to liaise with clients and all sub-contractors


• Assist in the management of OH&S reporting and follow-up rectification 


• Experience in Databuild preferred but not compulsory. 


• Support other staff in the company  


• General administration duties as requested


• Advanced computer literacy 

To be successful, you will need to:

• Demonstrate problem solving skills and initiative 


• Strong negotiation and leadership skills.


• Clear written and verbal communication skills 


• Be a quick thinker


• Ability to work as part of a team 


• Be highly organized


• Have strong Time Management skills


• Have high attention to detail


• Be friendly and pro-active in your Customer Service approach


• Self-starter who is willing to learn and contribute to a team environment


• Outcome focused individual with the ability to establish and deliver good work practices 


• Demonstrates reliability

The successful candidate will have at least 5 years of Contract Administration  experience over multiple projects, you can demonstrate the ability to lead multiple contractors, ensuring projects are delivered on budget. The right candidate must have a depth of knowledge in construction methodology with sound technical knowledge as well as having the skills to liaise with clients in a friendly manner. If you have a desire to be part of a dynamic and growing environment this role is a must for you.

This role is a full-time long-term position with a career and salary progression for the right candidate. Ideally you will have strong knowledge of australian standards, NCC and competant in project management software such as Databuild and/or Plansswift.

All applicants are required to maintain a current NSW drivers' licence to fulfil their job requirements. 

Your application should include:

A detailed CV outlining your work history and experience in the context of the role. Your CV should include two (2) work related referees.

Good Luck!

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