Contract Administrator

Contract Administrator

Contract Type:

Permanent

Location:

Burnley   

Industry:

Construction

Salary:

$ 145,000 - 145,000 Annual

Contact Name:
Ryan Craven
Contact Phone:
0412 951 211
Contact Email:
ryan.craven@fetchrecruit.com.au
Date Published:

09-Nov-2026

Looking for your next opportunity? Join a growing builder, be part of something exciting, this is an opportunity has arisen for an experienced Contract Administrator to join a growing Melbourne-based Tier 3 commercial construction business.

With continued business growth and a strong pipeline of projects across the education, local government and university sectors, the business is looking to strengthen its commercial team with an additional hire.

This is a genuine growth appointment, offering the opportunity to join an ambitious contractor at an exciting stage of its development, with plenty of scope to develop your career as the business continues to expand.

The Opportunity working closely with the Project Manager and wider construction team, you will play an integral role in the commercial delivery of projects from procurement through to completion.

Your responsibilities will include:
  • Managing subcontractor procurement, letting and administration.
  • Preparing and managing subcontract agreements and scopes of work.
  • Reviewing and assessing progress claims and variations.
  • Managing project budgets, cost reporting and financial forecasting.
  • Identifying and managing commercial risks.
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with subcontractors, consultants and clients.
  • Working collaboratively with site teams to ensure successful project delivery.
  • Supporting the Project Manager with the overall commercial management of projects.
About you: We are interested in speaking with commercially minded Contract Administrators who enjoy being involved in the delivery of construction projects and want to be part of a growing business.

Ideally, you will bring:
  • Previous experience as a Contract Administrator within commercial construction.
  • Experience managing subcontractor packages from procurement through to final account.
  • Strong commercial acumen and an understanding of construction contracts.
  • Experience using Procore
  • Confidence managing variations, progress claims and commercial negotiations.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • A proactive approach and the ability to work autonomously.
  • A genuine interest in developing your career within a growing construction business.
What's On Offer?
  • Join a growing Tier 3 commercial builder with an exciting project pipeline.
  • Genuine newly created position driven by business growth.
  • Exposure to diverse projects across schools, universities and local government.
  • Opportunity to take ownership and make a real contribution.
  • Direct access to senior management and decision-makers.
  • Career progression as the business continues to expand.
  • A close-knit team environment where your contribution will be recognised.
The OpportunityIf you're looking for more than just another Contract Administrator position and want to join a business where you can grow, develop and be part of its journey, this is well worth exploring.
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