Contracts Administrator

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Contracts Administrator. Terms and conditions vacancy

• Direct engagement with business owners' and the leadership team
• Young, fun and dynamic team working with industry-leading clients
• Competitive salary + benefits, potential to advance into project management

What's exciting about this role?

• Fast-growing and successful company with a secure pipeline of work ahead, industry-leading clients
• Frequent exposure to business owners' and the leadership team
• A fun, close-knit team with a fresh, open approach & perks like Birthday Leave and team getaways
• Potential for the right candidate to step up into Project Management over time
• Avoid the daily commute, peaceful East Melbourne location

As the Prime Build team continues to grow, we are looking for an experienced Contracts Administrator who can utilise their expert knowledge, commercial know-how and attention to detail to help the project team achieve flawless execution of projects within the contract duration, within scope and under the assigned budget. You will work primarily to one Project Manager with a focus on retail fit out, however will support multiple PM's where capacity allows, thus allowing you to gain exposure to a wider variety of projects and clients.

Typical responsibilities will include vetting quotes; writing scopes of work; presenting to project management on best value tender recommendations; drafting and negotiating contracts; advising on contractual obligations and revisions; and reporting to monitor contract compliance and seeking to minimise risk. This role will also assume accountability for driving cost reviews and provide project coordination support to the Project Manager as required.

This role will suit a self-driven, resourceful and creative candidate who thrives in very fast-paced environments and has the confidence & experience to solve problems and make decisions in consultation with the Project and Site Managers.

You'll be a great fit for the job if you have...

• Minimum 3+ years experience in Contracts Administration role or similar in the construction industry
• Experience in fit out/refurbishment highly desirable (although not essential)
• Proven experience letting contracts, with expert knowledge of legal requirements and contractual obligations
• Commercial know-how and exceptional attention to detail with strong written communication skills
• Driven, creative and resourceful - a natural problem solver
• Adapts readily to work across different projects in a fast-paced environment
• Maintains positive and productive relationships & manages stakeholders - comfortable working with staff and clients at all levels
• Proficiency with relevant software packages desirable (e.g. Jobpac, Cheops or similar)
• Tertiary qualifications in Building/Construction Management/relevant field OR Trade qualifications essential
• You must be an Australian citizen or have full working rights in Australia to apply for this role

About Us

Prime Build is a Tier 3 construction company specialising in retail fit out & refurbishment. Established in 2008 in Sydney, we have since opened additional offices in Melbourne & Brisbane & have completed projects across Australia after building ongoing relationships with industry-leading clients (75% of our business is repeat). While ~70% of our projects remain fit out & refurb, we are also expanding into new build and diversifying our client base.

We think our formula for success is based on a few things; our unwavering commitment to the Prime Build Way (our core values), our focus on the customer & strong company culture which we’ve worked hard to sustain as we've grown. Our approach has seen us win multiple supplier of the year awards & be recognised on the BRW Fast Grower’s List of Australia multiple times (4th in 2014 & ranking in the Top 25 in 2015 & 2016).

Want to talk to a human? Call our Group HR Manager, Jess Hirst, now to learn more on 0468 531 131 or email [email protected]