Contract Administrator | Multi-Res Apartments | Melbourne | Circa 150K+

9 hours ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia W Talent Group Full time $140,000 - $150,000 per year

Contract Administrator – Multi-Residential | Circa $140K - $150K + super

Location: South Melbourne Office (projects across Metro Melbourne)

Employment: Full-time, permanent

About the Opportunity

Our client is a Melbourne-based construction group specialising in multi-residential apartments, with additional expertise in aged care and hotels. They deliver quality projects that prioritise sustainability and community impact. With a healthy pipeline and supportive leadership, they are growing their delivery team.

The Role

We're seeking an intermediate Contract Administrator on behalf of our client to manage end-to-end commercial functions on apartment projects (typical duration 15–24 months). This role is ideal for candidates who value integrity, consistency, and seeing projects through from start to finish.

Key Responsibilities

  • Administer head contracts and subcontracts from procurement to close-out.
  • Prepare scopes, RFQs, tender comparisons, and subcontract agreements.
  • Evaluate, negotiate and award packages; maintain subcontractor relationships.
  • Process and track progress claims, variations and EOTs; manage contemporaneous records.
  • Manage project cost control: budgeting, forecasting, cost-to-complete and cashflow (Cheops).
  • Collaborate closely with project/site teams and consultants to manage commercial risk.
  • Contribute to monthly reporting and commercial meetings.

Skills & Experience

  • 3–6+ years' Contract Administration experience (apartments preferred; aged care/hotels considered).
  • Proven end-to-end project involvement on builds >$10m; exposure to $30m+ advantageous.
  • Strong understanding of contracts, legislation and commercial risk.
  • Proficiency with Cheops (or similar) and readiness to adopt Procore.
  • Strong communication, stakeholder management and attention to detail.
  • Relevant tertiary qualifications in Construction Management, QS or similar.

Why Apply

  • Stable project pipeline and supportive leadership team.
  • Balanced workload and collaborative culture.
  • Career growth opportunities as the business scales; investment in systems (Procore transition).
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