Contract Administrator

Overview

Manage contract administration, variations, claims and compliance for construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• contract drafting
• tender management
• claims management
• contract administration
• compliance monitoring
• risk mitigation

Tasks

-Assist with tender contract drafting and contract strategy input -Interface with project management, design, QS / cost control and site teams to ensure contractual obligations are met -Manage variations, claims, entitlements, notices and correspondence, ensuring alignment with contract terms and conditions -Review contractor/subcontractor claims, assess entitlement, negotiate with external parties -Ensure compliance with procurement processes, contract governance, risk mitigation and audit obligations -Administer contract documentation (main contracts, subcontract agreements, variations, extensions, claims) across a portfolio of projects

Requirements

• degree
• contract lifecycle
• negotiation
• 5+ years
• tier-3
• legal docs

What You Bring

-Degree or diploma in construction management, quantity surveying, law or related field (preferred) -Exposure to full contract lifecycle, variation / claims handling and dispute resolution -Excellent negotiation, communication, drafting and stakeholder management skills -Minimum 5+ years’ experience in a Contract Administrator or Contract Manager role -Experience working within a tier-3 builder or on commercial / government / infrastructure projects -Ability to interpret contract/legal documents and collaborate with legal advisors

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Benefits

-Opportunity to influence contract strategy and improve processes -Competitive remuneration + genuine career potential

About Design & Build Recruitment

-Grown from a niche agency to a trusted specialist, serving Australia's built-environment sectors. -Part of the Search4 group, placing thousands in permanent and temporary roles. -Assignments span major construction, energy, engineering, and property projects, including rail, manufacturing, architecture, and business support. -Teams in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, and Perth serve multinational corporations, public agencies, and Australian-owned SMEs. -Consultants specialize in specific disciplines, combining market insight with targeted matchmaking to achieve successful hires. -Offer support for both temporary and permanent placements, including an in-house payroll service for contract staff. -Reputation built on delivering specialist roles, particularly in rail, planning, and energy, often in complex or high-stakes environments.

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