Contract Administrator

1 week ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Building Environs Recruitment Full time
Contract Administrator | Multi-Disciplinary commercial Builder | Projects $5M -
  • Receive genuine mentorship from highly respected construction leaders
  • Join a company with a track record of employees advancing into senior roles
  • Be part of projects that have been nominated for and received awards
  • Thrive in a welcoming, pleasant culture where your exceptional work and performance will be duly recognized and appreciated
What's in it for you?
  • Base salary on offer from $110k - $135k
  • Receive genuine mentorship from highly respected construction leaders
  • Join a company with a track record of employees advancing into senior roles
  • Be part of projects that have been nominated for and received awards
  • Thrive in a welcoming, pleasant culture where your exceptional work and performance will be duly recognized and appreciated
The Role

Ideally suited to an existing Contract Administrator, who has 5+ years overall experience in a local builder with exposure to different project types, and has worked on projects from commencement to completion, you will be working under the guidance of the Project Manager responsible for each project. Other duties:
  • Construction tender preparation and evaluation
  • Manage the budget and costs associated with the construction project
  • Administering RFI's
  • Manage contract variations
  • Progress claims
The Builder

Established over two decades ago, the company has evolved into a thriving $100 million+ business, dedicated to delivering exceptional construction projects ranging from $5 million to $25 million across diverse industry sectors throughout the state.

With a strong presence in Melbourne and surrounding Regions, they employ over 100 dedicated professionals who not only excel in their roles but also contribute significantly to the local communities.

Their high-performing teams and expertise have earned recognition as an award-winning name in Australia's building industry.

They are committed to providing top-quality construction services in Victoria, handling every aspect of the construction process to ensure a seamless experience for their clients.

They've built a reputation on reliability, trustworthiness, and a customer-centric approach, specialising in commercial construction projects spanning in various sectors:
  • Education
  • Aged Care Facilities
  • Childcare Centers
  • Religious buildings
  • Emergency services buildings
Are you suitable?

We're on the hunt for candidates with experience in the tier 2,3 and 4 market of Melbourne's head contracting, building market. But, even more important than your experience is your attitude. They're looking for folks with a strong ethical compass who are dedicated to honing their skills.

This role is a good fit for individuals ranging from Intermediate to Senior CA level. It's adaptable, and we'll provide support to suit your level because you'll be working on-site under the guidance of a Contracts Manager.

To be successful in this role, you must have:
  • 5+ years overall experience in Commercial projects (ideally having delivered 3+ jobs as the lead CA on the project)
  • Experience working for a Tier 2 or Tier 3 Commercial builder in the local market
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
How to apply

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