Capstone are partnered with a well-established commercial builder with a strong reputation across the education, aged care, institutional, sports and commercial sectors. With a track record spanning over a decade, this business delivers projects ranging from $5 million to $40 million and are currently seeking a Senior Contract Administrator to join the team on a permanent basis.
About the Role
Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Contract Administrator to join the team on site, delivering two significant projects: a $26 million school build in Kew and a $24 million aged care project in Hampton. This is an opportunity to take ownership of contract administration on complex, high value builds within a supportive and well-resourced project team. You will also have the support of a Junior Contract Administrator on both projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the full contract administration function across subcontractor procurement, negotiation and engagement
- Prepare and assess progress claims, variations and payment schedules
- Monitor project costs, budgets and reporting in line with company systems
- Liaise closely with the Project Manager and site team to support project delivery
- Maintain accurate records and documentation across Payapps, Jobpac, Procore and Hammertech
- Support the resolution of contractual matters and manage risk throughout the project lifecycle
About You
- Proven experience as a Contract Administrator within the commercial construction sector
- Experience on projects of a similar scale ($15 million plus) highly regarded
- Background in education, health, aged care or institutional projects a strong advantage
- Confident using construction management software such as Jobpac, Procore, Payapps and Hammertech
- Robust communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with subcontractors and internal stakeholders
- Computer literate, organised and comfortable working autonomously on site
What's on Offer
- A genuine and well supported career path from CA to PM or Contracts Manager.
- A senior leadership team who are hands on, approachable and invested in your development
- Structured training and mentoring for Contract Administrators
- Family friendly policies
- Two days of paid mental health leave annually
- A stable, growing business with a strong pipeline of upcoming work