Contracts Administrator / Australia

This company is looking for a CA to work on a mix of projects: commercial and residential. 

They are very established, with a good team in place and the opportunitiy for a new Contracts Administrator to come work alongside the Project Manager. 

Good progression opportunities available as they have a lot of work in the pipeline. 

Well positioned, new office with plenty of parking and great office space. Friendly and cohesive team who support and help one another.

Roles and Responsibilities of the Contracts Administrator will include:

• Preparation of subcontractor packages, scopes, lettings, procurement schedules
• Progress claim assistance and external variations
• Review, negotiation and finalisation of subcontracts
• Management and tracking of project expenditure, inclusive of subcontractor claim
• Administration of RFIs to clients, architects and consultants
• Administration of the project HSE system
• Take offs, quotes, estimates and ordering materials
• Sourcing suppliers and negotiating rates
• Tendering for projects 
• Estimating may be required 

To be considered for the role of Estimator/Contracts Administrator you will require:

• Degree qualified in construction management or equivalent
• Experience working as a CA on new built commercial OR residential projects (schools, daycares, industrial, townhouses, retail) 
• Knowledge of Newcastle construction market and subcontractors
• Strong attention for detail and proven communication skills

Benefits:

• Good remuneration 
• Quick progression and promotion opportunities 
• Autonomy to run your projects and be involved in all stages of the project lifecycle
• Strong pipeline of work that also offers a diverse project portfolio and stability to stay in the company long term.
• Experienced and supportive upper management who are willing to help and friendly team and office culture
• New office facility with a large showroom 
• Plenty of parking available on site 
• They are known as the largest company for the types of projects they build and have a strong presence and good reputation in the Hunter/Newcastle area 
• The company Director has been involved in housing development in the Newcastle/Hunter area for 30+ years and has excellent connections and a good reputation offering stable and long term work and career path