Job Description

South Brisbane | $160K + Super | Projects $3M–$20M

An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Contracts Administrator to join a growing and innovative modular construction business based in South Brisbane.

Working across projects ranging from $3M to $20M, this role will play a key part in managing the commercial and contractual requirements of projects from commencement through to completion.

This is an ideal opportunity for a Contracts Administrator looking to move into a more commercially focused role within a progressive construction environment.
The Role You will work closely with project teams, subcontractors, suppliers and clients, taking ownership of key contractual and commercial processes including:

• Managing subcontractor tendering, procurement and engagement
• Reviewing contracts and identifying commercial and contractual risks
• Preparing and assessing progress claims, variations and contractual claims
• Managing subcontractor payments and variation claims
• Supporting project forecasting, cash flow and monthly financial reporting
• Managing head contract and subcontract correspondence
• Assisting with project establishment, scopes, programming and procurement
• Building strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, consultants and project stakeholders
• Working with project and commercial teams to identify cost-effective procurement strategies
• Ensuring contractual obligations are understood, managed and delivered

About You: To be successful in this position, you will have:

• Previous experience as a Contracts Administrator within construction, manufacturing or modular construction
• Strong understanding of subcontractor procurement and contract administration
• Experience managing progress claims, variations and contractual documentation
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify and manage project risks
• Experience with project or contract administration systems such as Jobpac, Payapps, Aconex, ProcurePro or similar
• Strong financial and reporting skills, including forecasting and budget tracking
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• A relevant qualification in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Contract Administration or a related discipline

Modular or prefabricated construction experience is highly desirable, although candidates with strong commercial construction experience will also be considered.

What’s on Offer?

• $160K + super
• Projects ranging from $3M–$20M
• Opportunity to work within the growing modular construction sector
• Broad commercial exposure across the full project lifecycle
• Collaborative and progressive working environment
• Opportunity to take genuine ownership of your projects and commercial outcomes

If you're an experienced Contracts Administrator looking for a role that offers strong project exposure, commercial responsibility and the opportunity to work within an innovative area of construction, apply now.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.