Senior Contracts Administrator / Contracts Manager - Fit-Out to $50m+

• Established award winning Top Tier fit-out/refurb head contractor
• Large prestigious project portfolio, commercial projects up to $50m+
• Great team culture and career progression

Established market leading top tier fit-out/refurb head contractor working on high spec prestigious projects in Sydney, projects from smaller to $50m+ Our client is an established leader and top tier fit-out and refurb head contractor who are known for their high quality practices.  They are now seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Administrator /Contract Manager / Commercial Manager to join their growing business.

With a project portfolio that includes both small and large scale fit-outs for corporate, heritage, educational, hospitality and special use, you will be responsible for supporting the project teams in 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.

Ideally looking for a Senior CA that is looking to make the step up into a Contract Manager or Commercial Manager type of role with a top tier fit-out and refurb contractor. Candidates can come from a Tier 3, Tier 2 or Tier 1 background.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Manage and mentor a contracts administration team
• Managing all facets of the subcontract process
• 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
• Assist in the preparation and administration of project completion and inspection test plans

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Construction or similar
• Minimum 5-15+ years’ experience within the construction industry – a tier 1, 2 or 3 background would be ideal
• Construction Safety Induction (White) card
• Proven knowledge of subcontract tendering, standards, and procedures
• Sound understanding of overall construction program and plans
• Able to identify key client and builder obligations
• Strong financial analysis and administrative focus
• Good negotiation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build rapport at all levels

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 via email on *************@amida-recruit.com.au or 0450 302 *** or Sam Barnes via email on **********@amida-recruit.com.au  or 0429 306 *** for further information.