Contracts Adminstrator / Junior Project Manager

About Us :

For over ten years, FABCON Structural has grown to become one of the most respected steel fabricators in Melbourne and a preeminent architectural stair fabricator in Victoria. Specialising in turnkey solutions for high-end architectural stairs, and structural steel projects, the company is renowned for using the latest fabrication technology and setting the precedent in steel construction methodology. 

It is not just FABCON’s unrivalled attention to detail that has made them a preferred fabricator, but their effort to set the precedence in project efficiency and the highest quality fabrication available has set them apart from the competition.

In 2021 FABCON looks to the future and capitalise on its experience and strengths to grow its highly skilled team to meet the demands of the ever-changing industry. They are looking for new talented people who want to join their vision of delivering the highest quality product and maximising their potential. 

About You :

• Certificate IV in Building and Construction or equivalent

Position Summary :

The Contracts Administator / Junior Project Manager is responsible for managing all contracts and supporting the Project Manager to plan and deliver completed projects. The Contract Administrator should have a background in construction with a keen sense of business management, understanding budgeting and using the latest technology.

While mostly carrying out estimating and contract administrative management, this role is for a candidate who would like to do more Project Management work. They will become part of a dynamic team using the very latest tools and equipment, with unrivalled support that will enable them to focus on delivering their best.

Key Requirements :

• Knowledge and minimum of 2 + years of relevant experience
• Must have extensive construction experience
• Highly capable in creating take-offs and reading drawings
• A thorough understanding of building elements and terminology used in commercial construction
• A good understanding of IT basics
• Confident negotiation skills
• A sound understanding of the structural steel industry and client requirements
• Capable of preparing client proposals to a professional standard
• Proven ability to analyse processes and ensure continuous improvement
• Excellent phone based interpersonal/telephone skills and intuition
• Ability to generate ideas for business improvement
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure
• Persistent approach to time management
• High levels of enthusiasm, energy and resourcefulness
• Excellent planning, organisation and computer skills
• High degree of accountability and attention to detail
• A technical mindset, with strong attention to detail
• Extensive experience in managing complex projects, ideally within a similar consulting or building environment.
• Must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, demonstrated project management skills, effective negotiation skills and decision-making abilities.
• Experience using construction software
• Must possess strong organisation and administration skills
• Strong understanding of financial and account records
• Experience managing EHS duties as required
• Ability to solve problems and work independently

Job Responsibility :

• Work closely with Project Manager to assist in all areas of procurement, document control and contract administration
• Manage and build estimating item libraries
• Sourcing, compiling and negotiating best price options
• Build trust and credibility with clients
• Use common Office packages with demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft office, and CRM (Strumis/other)
• Work closely with management team to deliver sales targets and revenue
• Presenting company products and services to clients at all levels over the phone but most importantly, management
• Ensuring that all activity levels required to deliver performance indicators are met
• Preparing client proposals
• Preparing front end design or case study with proposals where needed
• Prepare and present Bill of Quantities
• Liaise between site personnel and suppliers
• Identify cost opportunities and risks
• Follow up with client issues as they arise
• Will be required to occasionally work extended working hours
• Actively maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks.

Job Functions :

Contracts administration

Job Benefits :

• Thriving work culture with open door policy and training opportunities
• Recognition and reward for work performance
• Working with the latest industry technology
• Being part of ‘FABCON Structural’ and participating in how we grow and change the industry

Selling Point :

Leading architectural stair fabricator

Contact :

Joshua Pilley