High-End Residential Contracts Administrator

Our Team

Since 1980, the Bellevarde team have built arguably the finest architectural homes in Australia. The company is owned and operated by a team of highly experienced builders and managers who are committed to innovation and quality in construction.

The Role

We are seeking a Contract Administrator to join our Sydney team on a permanent, full-time basis.

This is a site-based role where you may be assigned to work on projects in Sydney's northern beaches, lower north shore or eastern suburbs.  You will be working solely on luxury residential projects of $5M-$20M in value, which may range from renovations of established residences to new residential builds, with a focus on quality above all else.

This is your opportunity to gain valuable experience and knowledge working in a detail-orientated, quality-driven building team with an excellent industry reputation, reporting directly to the construction manager.

Key Attributes:

• Successfully deliver projects from pre-construction through to defect liability, handover and even ongoing maintenance
• Drafting scopes of works, tendering, awarding and administering subcontract work packages
• Accurate cost control, including identifying and managing variations, and delivering cost reporting directly to the client
• Construction detail resolution, document control, and estimating
• WHS compliance, uphold company policies, quality assurance & risk assessments
• Prepare documentation and administer progress claims
• Assistance onsite with construction management

Core Skill Requirements

This is a site-based role, so a desire to learn, understand and execute building is essential to be considered for this role. Successful candidates will also need:

• To have a minimum of 2 years experience in construction administration, documentation or management.
• Background in Quantity Surveying and/or estimating will be highly regarded.
• High-end residential experience is preferred;
• CAD or high quality hand drafting skills is preferred;
• To be well presented, with strong time management skills, excellent attention to detail and willingness to learn;
• Strong communication skills is essential;
• High degree of English proficiency;
• Experience working on a construction site;
• A positive and driven personality;
• To be available while site is open Monday to Saturday;
• Their own vehicle and active drivers licence and white card;
• Australian working rights; and

Tertiary qualification in Construction Management / Building, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Architecture or another related degree is preferred.

Why choose Bellevarde?

Bellevarde have a commitment to quality that is second to none – both in the work we produce and in the people you will work with each day.  In choosing Bellevarde you will be choosing to work with a team of like-minded professionals that share your passion for seeing beautiful and innovative residential buildings come to life.  As a Contract Administrator in our team, you will see your input make a tangible difference in the buildings we produce.

We are committed to being an employer of choice – we will do all we can to help you develop your skills, and make a difference in your role, right from the start. We pride ourselves on having a diverse and inclusive workplace, where different perspectives and ideas are always heard and considered.

Opportunity for career growth into Site Management, Construction Management, or Operations Management.

Additionally:

• Travel within Sydney to various projects is required
• Remuneration is negotiated based on skill, experience and qualifications; and
• All required equipment and uniforms/PPE will be provided.

Please note: Only suitable candidates will be contacted.