At a Glance
- Tasks: Support residential construction projects from start to finish, managing contracts and budgets.
- Company: Join Blacksmith Building Group, a leading Brisbane construction company known for quality and innovation.
- Benefits: Full-time role with competitive salary, annual reviews, and a collaborative team environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth with occasional site visits and a focus on architecturally driven projects.
- Why this job: Make an impact in the construction industry while developing your skills in a growing company.
- Qualifications: Experience in contracts administration and strong Excel skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
Blacksmith Building Group is a Brisbane construction company known for quality, innovation and collaboration. We work closely with leading architects, designers and engineers to deliver well-designed, buildable residential projects, and we pride ourselves on going beyond what our clients and architects expect.
The role involves supporting projects from start to finish across cost planning, procurement and contract administration. You’ll be working in a business that’s growing, so there’s plenty of room to develop your skills.
What you’ll be doing:
- Preparing tender documents, contracts, budgets and bills of quantities.
- Preparing and issuing RFQs, then collecting, checking and comparing quotes from subcontractors and suppliers.
- Keeping cost comparison spreadsheets up to date and requesting Purchase Orders once approved.
- Reviewing plans, specifications and drawings, and flagging discrepancies between architectural and engineering documents.
- Compiling RFI registers for architects and site managers before work starts.
- Tracking design and scope changes and adjusting budgets to match.
- Pricing and forecasting material and subcontractor costs.
- Reporting on the financials of current and completed projects.
- Liaising with project managers, architects, subcontractors and suppliers.
- Arranging material samples and keeping project quote records organised.
About you:
- Proven experience in contracts administration within residential or commercial construction.
- Experience preparing tender documentation, contracts, budgets and bills of quantities.
- Strong knowledge of construction materials, methods and current market pricing.
- High proficiency in Excel and the Microsoft Office suite.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Clear, confident communication with a range of stakeholders.
- Highly regarded:
- Estimating experience, particularly in residential construction.
- Proficiency with CUBIT or similar estimating and take-off software.
- Experience with Purchase Order systems and cost-tracking tools.
- Understanding of relevant building codes and regulations.
What we offer:
- Full-time, permanent role, Monday to Friday, 38 hours per week.
- Salary based on your experience, with annual performance reviews.
- Office in Morningside with occasional site visits.
- A collaborative team working on quality, architecturally driven projects.
How to apply:
Please apply with your resume and a cover letter that addresses the key responsibilities of the role.
Contracts Administrator in Brisbane employer: Black Developments
At Blacksmith Building Group, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture that empowers our employees to excel in their roles. As a Contracts Administrator in our Brisbane office, you'll benefit from a supportive environment with ample opportunities for professional growth, competitive salary packages, and the chance to work on architecturally driven projects that make a real impact in the community.
