Assistant / Contracts Administrator - Industrial Projects - ASAP

Great opportunity to join a head contractor with excellent presence in the industrial sector with a strong reputation for delivering quality projects.

• Established progressive industrial new build head contractor
• Extensive project pipeline in Industrial and Commercial sectors to $100m+
• Excellent career progression, culture and employee wellness policy

Great opportunity to join a head contractor with excellent presence in the industrial sector with a strong reputation for delivering quality projects.
A market leading industrial head contractor with a proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects, our client is now seeking an Assistant / Contracts Administrator to join their growing business.
Projects will of an Industrial nature up to about $100m, experience with similar projects in these sectors or similar will be an advantage.
You will be responsible for the management and administration of contracts throughout the project life cycle. In addition, you will ensure that the high quality and profitability of the projects are maintained while financial and contractual risks are minimised.
The position will be based out of the head office with visits to site.
Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Managing all facets of the subcontract process
• Processing variations
• Negotiate and review subcontract tenders including preparation of tender comparison for review
• Prepare, check and review subcontract packages, scopes, lettings and procurement schedules
• Monitor subcontractors to ensure they are adhering to environmental commitments and responsibilities
• Preparation of accurate payment schedules
• Understand and manage subcontractor contractual risk
• Process progress claims, delay claims and external variations according to contractual obligations
• Preparation of project budgets for review and provide accurate rolling final account forecasts

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Construction or similar
• Minimum 2 to 5 years+ experience in the construction industry – a Tier 1, 2 or 3 background would be ideal
• Strong financial analysis and administrative focus
• Good negotiation skills
• Strong project reporting skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Well-developed interpersonal skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite
• Construction Safety Induction (white) card

This is a permanent full time position providing a great opportunity to work with a successful and growing organisation who offer challenging work and the potential for career progression.
If you have the skills and experience that we are looking for, click “Apply” to submit your resume or contact Lisa Naughton on lisa.naughton@amida-recruit.com.au or 0450 302 738 or Sam Barnes on sam.barnes@amida-recruit.com.au or 0429 306 688 for further information.