Contract Administrator

Trifecta Recruitment have partnered with a highly respected Commercial builder who specialise in delivering new build, refurbishment and fitout projects across the Retail, Commercial, Education, Childcare and Light Industrial sectors up to $60m.

Built by former Tier 1 construction professionals, this business has established itself as one of Victoria's most reputable Commercial builders by combining Tier 1 systems and processes with a genuine commitment to work-life balance and employee development. With a strong pipeline of secured work, long-standing repeat clients and an outstanding reputation for staff retention, they continue to go from strength to strength.

Due to continued growth, they are now looking to appoint a Contract Administrator to join their high-performing, diverse team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a financially secure builder where you'll work alongside experienced industry leaders while delivering a diverse range of Commercial projects valued between $5M - $60M.

Your New Role

• Letting and vetting subcontractors, writing scopes and awarding subcontracts.
• Managing subcontractor variations, progress claims and commercial administration.
• Financial forecasting, cost tracking and budget management.
• Assisting with head contract administration and client management.
• Working closely with Project Managers and site teams to ensure successful project delivery.

What You Need To Succeed

• Experience as a Contract Administrator within Commercial Construction.
• Local Victorian construction CA experience is essential.
• Previously delivery of Commercial new build, fitout or refurbishment projects within a similar value.
• Strong commercial acumen and financial management skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors.
• A proactive attitude with a genuine desire to develop your career.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Construction Management or similar will be highly regarded.

What You'll Get In Return

• Join a highly respected Commercial builder with an excellent reputation in the Victorian market.
• Opportunity to work with experienced leaders from Tier 1 construction backgrounds.
• Diverse project exposure across Retail, Commercial, Education, Childcare and Light Industrial sectors.
• Strong company culture focused on collaboration, development and long-term career growth.
• Join a financially secure business with an outstanding level of repeat work from blue-chip clients.
• Join a business where their staff retention speaks for itself
• Tier 1 systems and processes without the bureaucracy of a Tier 1 contractor.
• Genuine career progression with a business that promotes from within.
• Salary package between $120,000 - $160,000 + Super depending on experience.

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