Project Manager | Contracts Administrator

Project Manager | Contracts Administrator

Contract Type:

Permanent

Location:

Clayton South   

Industry:

Construction

Salary:

$

Contact Name:
Neil Powell
Contact Phone:
0432 538 193
Contact Email:
neil.powell@fetchrecruit.com.au
Date Published:

03-Sep-2025

The Companies & Opportunities
  • Commercial builders in Melbourne’s southeast – diverse mix of commercial, childcare, educational and light industrial builds.
  • PM role – with a specialist in the commercial, industrial and retail sectors – you will be working on new build projects and strengthening their capabilities in this built form.
  • CA role – working with a nominated PM on two projects concurrently with additional guidance and support from a Commercial Manager
  • Both these builders have undergone sustained, organic growth over the past 5 years and are seeking candidates to growth their career in tandem with them.
 
Your Responsibilities
 
As a Project Manager you will be the driving force behind the successful delivery of new build projects, typically to the value of $10m. You will thrive on ownership, be a clear communicator (client and subbie relationships are key with this company)  and can lead teams with confidence.  Your key duties will be
  • Manage all phases of the project lifecycle
  • Liaise with clients, consultants and site teams
  • Drive scheduling, procurement and budgeting
  • Ensure compliance quality and safety standars are met.
  • Projects will include bulky goods retail, light industrial, fast food
 
As a Contracts Administrator you will play a key role in keeping the commercial engine of their projects running smoothly – handling contracts, variations, procurement and compliance with finesses. You will also play a key role in supporting the site delivery team in general coordination duties from head office, and site as required. Your key duties will include:
  • Administer head contracts and subcontracts
  • Manage RFI’s, claims, variations and procurement processes
  • Support the PM with financial reporting and project documentation.
  • Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors and other project stakeholders such as architects, superintendents and regulatory authorities.
  • Projects are likely to be childcare, education and commercial grade apartments.
 
Experience/Qualifications/Salary:
For the PM role:
  • A track record in successful delivery of commercial construction projects within a head contract environment (D&C experience would be highly regarded)
  • Exceptional grounding in project financials
  • Strong understanding of project management software and reporting
  • Tertiary qualifications in Construction Management, or equivalent
  • A salary package up to $180k is available, dependent upon experience
For the CA role
  • Tertiary qualifications in Construction Management (or simila) is essential with proven experience as a CA or PC within the commercial construction sector in Australia
  • An ability to read and interpret plans, have strong financial acumen and be well organised
  • Exceptional communications skills – you will be liaising with subbies and project stakeholders on a daily basis
  • Strong time management and organisational skills.
  • A salary package up to $130k is available, dependent upon expeirence
 
How to apply
  • Please apply online using the links below, or email your application to neil.powell@fetchrecruit.com.au
  • For a confidential chat regarding this opportunity please contact Neil Powell on 0432 538 193.
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