A respected builder delivering high-quality commercial & social housing multi res developments across Melbourne’s inner city, eastern, and south-eastern suburbs. With projects in areas like North Melbourne, Carnegie, Balaclava, and Clayton, we're seeking a skilled and dedicated Contract Administrator to support our project delivery team.Your Responsibilities
Manage and administer construction contracts on design-and-construct or lump-sum projects, including social housing and apartment developments.
Maintain effective communication with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, architects, and internal stakeholders.
Track deliverables, including variations, claims, and modifications, ensuring compliance with contract terms and budgets.
Support in preparing contractual documentation, assessments, and reports to aid project leadership.
Contribute to project financial control processes: cost monitoring, risk analysis, and progress reporting.
Assist with commercial close-out: final accounts, defect registers, and handovers.
Qualifications & Skills
Proven experience administering contracts for medium- to large-scale construction projects (in commercial or multi residential).
Strong understanding of procurement methods, contract types (e.g., lump sum, D&C), and construction law.
Exceptional organisational ability, attention to detail, and capacity to juggle competing priorities.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with ability to interface across disciplines.
Proficiency in contract management systems and Microsoft Office; familiarity with cost control tools a plus.
Australian working rights; experience in Melbourne’s local construction environment is advantageous.
Why Join
Support social housing projects that positively impact Melbourne communities.
Work in a collaborative environment with a team dedicated to quality, innovation, and sustainable practices.
Engage in diverse and meaningful work across multiple stages of project delivery—from documentation to close-out.
Flexible contract arrangements to accommodate professional commitments and project requirements.
