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Join our team across a range of different new build commercial projects with a leading industry professional and a forward thinking national business.

ABOUT ADCO

At ADCO Constructions, we’ve been building Australia’s future since 1972. As one of the nation’s top 100 private companies, we’re more than just a construction firm—we’re a community of 600+ passionate professionals who thrive in a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive environment. With 80% of our team recommending ADCO as a great place to work, our culture is built on respect, innovation, and a shared commitment to excellence. Join us to make a difference in a workplace that values you.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As we expand our portfolio in Queensland, we’re seeking a dedicated Contracts Administrator to join our dynamic team on a high-profile Education Project. This project is based on the Gold Coast and will also work across the procurement and delivery of a high profile schools project. This role is a great opportunity to join a business committed to the development of commercial staff across the region.

Reporting to the Project Manager, you’ll assist in the safe and successful delivery of site works in line with “The ADCO Way” – our proven framework for quality and efficiency.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Contribute to the production of documents and plans that govern project delivery, ensuring they align with project, business, and legislative requirements
- Review and understand project specifications and drawings
- Complete accurate scopes of work for subcontracts
- Review and approve subcontractor plans for compliance with project plans and specifications
- Ensure subcontract and supply agreements align with project, company, construction, and legal requirements
- Engage with and understand activities undertaken on site
- Review and understand short- and mid-term programs for the project
- Administer project management, change, and control processes in compliance with project and site requirements
- Foster positive relationships with clients, subcontractors, consultants, and other third parties
- Attend and document meetings and forums necessary to achieve project delivery
- Facilitate the development of junior staff
- Identify trends, contribute to lessons learnt, and support continuous improvement of the business
- Undertake allocated training and further own professional development
- Demonstrate knowledge of legislative and company HSE policies, inspect HSE issues across site activities, and address them professionally, escalating as necessary
- Manage quality processes across design, delivery, and project handover, addressing common quality issues with key trades
- Apply understanding of project planning principles, including critical path and key dates, to review programs and manage risks and opportunities
- Implement commercial processes for cost control, including creating accurate budgets, identifying head contract variations, and managing approvals to protect margin and cash flow

ABOUT YOU

- Demonstrable experience in delivering successful construction projects in a similar role within the commercial construction space
- Good understanding of quality management practices, including the NCC and Australian Standards, with the ability to manage processes across design, delivery, and handover
- Understanding of project planning principles, including critical path, key dates, and risk/opportunity management, with capability to review programs and lookahead plans
- Comprehensive understanding of project cost control, including margin, cash, risk, and opportunity, with skills in budgeting, scope distribution, variation management, and commercial processes
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to foster relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels
- Commitment to ADCO’s values, vision, and strategy, including being the Builder of Choice and promoting a safety-first culture

APPLY NOW

At ADCO, our vision is to be the Builder of Choice – responsible, dynamic, and team-focused. We promote a respectful, positive worksite where collaboration drives success. You’ll enjoy opportunities for professional development, training, and contributing to our strategy of dominating in client service through quality delivery and efficiency. We value work-life balance, innovation, and a supportive atmosphere that encourages growth for all team members.

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