Contracts Administrator

WHO WE ARE

The Halikos Group is a proudly Territory owned and operated business since 1987. From its origins as a contract and roofing business, Halikos has successfully developed across multiple industries committed to employing, investing into and developing the local community. If you want to know more about us, please visit www.halikos.com.au.

WHO YOU ARE

To be successful in this role, you are expected to demonstrate the below: 

• Understanding of construction materials processes and commercial construction methodology
• Demonstrated contractual and commercial acumen
• Meticulous and thorough approach to work
• Proven ability to communicate effectively to drive positive outcomes with managers, staff and key stakeholders
• A high degree of computer literacy with the ability to rapidly adapt to new software applications
• Minimum of 5 years in contract administration
• Qualification – A tertiary qualification in Engineering, Building Construction, Project Management or Quantity Surveying

WHAT YOU’LL DO

This position is a full-time permanent role, reporting to the Senior Contracts Administrator for the Northcrest Project. 

Key responsibilities for the role will consist of, but are not limited to the following: 

• Assisting the Senior Contracts Administrator in developing project budgets for approval by Project Manager prior to uploading to project cost control system
• Developing project procurement schedules, prepare tender scopes of work and assist in the award and administration of subcontracts
• Developing an understanding of the Head Contract documents
• Identifying risks and opportunities within each subcontract and supply package for the purpose of maximising Halikos’ commercial position
• Assisting in the implementation and maintaining project cost control and forecasting systems and to prepare financial reports – monthly forecasting and cash flow
• Evaluating subcontractor and supplier progress claims and process payments to subcontractors
• Ensuring that subcontractors and suppliers are completely aware of their obligations with regards to conforming to Halikos’ safety requirements on a project when requesting for a quotation prior to their engagement
• Creating purchase orders for approval and process invoices for sign off prior to forwarding to accounts department
• Assisting in the preparation of reports to the Client as required
• Maintaining project registers and providing support to Project and Site Engineering staff

WHAT’S NEXT

If you are interested in this position, please submit your CV and cover letter which describes who you are and addresses the criteria detailed above.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from all sections of the community as we value equality and diversity.