Contracts Administrator

Our client, a renowned Tier 2 commercial builder, are looking for a Contracts Administrator to join their close knit team.
This is a national builder with a great reputation in Fit Out and New Build, they are now entering an exciting new era in QLD, with a number of flagship projects secured for 2023.Project values will range from $20M - $100M, which will include some D&C projects.

• $140k - 180k p/a dependent on experience.
• Strong employee retention and satisfaction showcased through the winning of a number of employer of choice awards.
• Emphasis on promoting from within - professional training and development encouraged.
• A chance to work on flagship projects that will boost your career

• Ensure timely placement of Purchase Orders that support contract services for production work in compliance with corporate controls and best practices.
• Track progress, and support the Project Manager with coordinating Contractor’s compliance regarding company systems and controls.
• Oversee the administration and performance of service contracts.
• Ensure contract payments are executed accurately and anomalies are identified. Ensure payments are made to Contractors in accordance with requirements of Company agreements held with
• Contracts in a timely manner.
• Advise on contract risks and support the stewardship of gap closure and opportunities for improvement, assisting with prioritization where required.
• Liaise with Contractor Representatives on a daily basis to address issues that may arise from the placement and amendment of purchase orders and the payment of invoices for work executed against those purchase orders.
• Foster positive, constructive relations and dialogue between Contractor and Company representatives, as well as assist in facilitating resolution to issues or problem-solving.
• Maintain critical contractual documentation, including SOA’s, Purchase Orders, Records of Meetings and decisions.
• Numbers, Purchase order numbers and Contract Owners/Admin.
• Ensure effective contract administration through records management, advice and compliance with procurement & controls

• 2+ years’ experience with Contract administration, within the commercial construction space, ideally with exposure to new-build projects over $20m in value.
• Experience in engaging with contractors.
• Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage discipline and performance issues in the workplace.
• Budgetary reporting and analysis skills.
• Solid written communication and reporting skills.
• Good observation and listening skills.
• Demonstrates high level of initiative.
• Good communication skills (oral & written) in English.
• Excellent computing skills with experience working on construction softwares.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a project wider team.

On offer a work environment that promotes a great work culture, with a great management team who are big on mentoring and fostering the right culture for success.
The company offers multiple career progression routes, there are opportunities to progress into a commercial manager, or that of Project Management, this will be achievable from the outset with clear goals and milestones put in place.

You will also get exposure to large new-build and fit-out projects across Brisbane.