Contract Administrator | Commercial Construction

Job description

Join an established builder delivering major commercial projects across South Australia.

• Manage the commercial delivery of projects valued up to $100M
• Join a growing business with a strong pipeline of secured work
• Work alongside experienced leaders in a collaborative, supportive team

The Opportunity
 
ROUSSOS Recruitment is partnering with an established builder with a strong presence in the South Australian commercial construction market. Known for delivering quality projects and building long-standing industry relationships, the business has continued to expand its capabilities, with a significant focus on new build construction.
 
With a diverse portfolio spanning education, commercial, health, hospitality and large-scale residential developments, the business offers exposure to projects of varying complexity and scale, typically valued up to $100M.
 
With a strong pipeline of secured work and a growing project portfolio, an opportunity is available for an experienced Contract Administrator to join the project delivery team.
 
Working closely with Project Managers and Site Managers, you will play an integral role in the commercial management of projects from procurement through to completion. This is an opportunity to further develop your commercial expertise, take ownership of key project deliverables and build your career within an established contractor.
 
The Role
 
You will be responsible for the day-to-day commercial and contractual administration of your projects, ensuring costs, procurement activities and contractual obligations are effectively managed throughout the project lifecycle.
 
Key responsibilities include:

• Managing procurement processes, including subcontractor tendering, scope reviews and contract negotiations
• Preparing and administering subcontract agreements, scopes of work and variations
• Monitoring project costs, commitments and budgets to support effective cost control
• Managing progress claims, payment schedules, variations and contractual correspondence
• Assisting with cost reporting, forecasting and financial assessments
• Building strong working relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal project teams
• Maintaining accurate project documentation and ensuring contractual obligations are met

The Like Mind
 
You will be an experienced Contract Administrator with at least four years of experience within commercial construction. Confident managing key commercial processes, you will bring a proactive approach to your work and the ability to build effective relationships across project teams and external stakeholders.
 
You will also bring:

• A degree in Construction Management or a related discipline
• Demonstrated experience in contract administration within a commercial construction environment
• A sound understanding of procurement, subcontract management, variations and cost control
• Strong commercial acumen and attention to detail
• Clear communication and stakeholder management skills
• The ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining a high standard of work

Apply Now
 
If you are an experienced Contract Administrator looking to take the next step with an established commercial builder, we would love to hear from you.
 
Click APPLY or contact Bec Myers or Anna Roussos on ************ for a confidential discussion.
 
All communication and applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.