Contract Administrator | Commercial Projects | Immediate Start
Up to $110K + Super | Melrose Park, SA | Permanent Full-Time
Not your average Contract Administration role...

If you're someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can adapt quickly when priorities shift, and enjoys taking ownership rather than waiting for direction, this could be exactly what you're looking for.

Our client is a highly respected, family-owned commercial builder with an outstanding reputation for delivering projects up to $35 million across South Australia. With a strong pipeline of work secured, they're looking to appoint an experienced Contract Administrator to join the team immediately.

This is a business where no two days are the same. Plans evolve, priorities change, and the team works together to get the job done. If you're comfortable working with minimum structure, can think on your feet, and enjoy being part of a close-knit team that rolls up their sleeves, you'll fit right in.

The Role

You'll manage the commercial and contractual administration of multiple commercial construction projects, including:

- Hospitality developments
- Commercial new builds
- Refurbishments
- Shopping centre upgrades and extensions

Project values range up to $35 million, offering excellent variety and career development.

Key Responsibilities

- End-to-end contract administration
- Procurement and management of subcontractor packages
- Managing progress claims, variations and cost reporting
- Preparing and reviewing contracts and scopes of work




- Supporting Project Managers throughout the project lifecycle
- Liaising with subcontractors, consultants and clients
- Ensuring contractual and financial compliance across projects

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who doesn't need every process mapped out. You'll enjoy working in an environment where priorities can change quickly and where being adaptable is one of your greatest strengths.

You'll bring:

- Proven experience as a Contract Administrator within commercial construction
- Robust knowledge of procurement, contracts and cost management
- The ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- A flexible, adaptable approach to changing priorities and last-minute requests
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- A proactive, solutions-focused mindset
- A willingness to step in, help the team and get things done
- A genuine desire to build a long-term career with a growing commercial builder

What's On Offer

- Up to $110,000 + Super
- Permanent full-time position
- Immediate start available
- Secure pipeline of commercial projects up to $35M
- Genuine long-term career opportunity
- Supportive, family-owned business with low staff turnover
- A workplace where hard work, accountability and initiative are recognised and rewarded

Location

Melrose Park, SA

Office-based role

Apply Now

If you're looking for a role where you'll be trusted, challenged, and given the opportunity to grow with a well-established commercial builder, we'd love to hear from you.

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