Contracts Administrator

As a Melbourne-based company, we work on buildings and structures that are seen and used by hundreds of thousands every day. 

We specialize in the Restoration, Maintenance and Protection of Buildings & Structures with a focus on repairs, painting and working at heights. We stand out in the crowd for our expertise, skills, experience conducting work at heights in challenging environments while keeping the public and our team safe. 

We Value Reliability, Quality of Work & Delivering What We Promise.

We are not here to stay content; We are here to do better.

We believe the gift of life is to make a difference & nothing great is ever achieved by doing things a certain way just because "that is the way it has always done".

We are looking for ordinary people to become extraordinary leaders who can help us continue to deliver extraordinary work.

About the Role

This is a full-time position to join our team. The successful candidate will spend the majority of the time working from our head office in Port Melbourne, however eventual trips to job sites around Melbourne may be necessary.

As a contracts administrator, you will be responsible for:

• In-depth understanding of the projects and customers’ needs.
• Assess, approve and negotiate contracts and contract terms.
• Create budgets, issue purchase orders and approve suppliers’ invoices.
• Manage project finances, tasks and timelines.
• Complete weekly project reports and project forecasting.
• Assist the (Operations Manager/Project Manager/Site Foreman) to manage project details including program, schedules, deliverables and resources.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, trades and suppliers. 

To be considered, you will possess the following skills and experience

• Construction Management or Quantity Surveying Degree, Diploma level or building trade background or suitable experience in a similar role.
• Possess a high level of computer literacy – including proficiency in MS Word, Excel and Project. 
• Experience in Contract Administration.
• Proficient in project planning, drawings knowledge and document management.
• Financial planning and budgeting skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Full Drivers Licence.