Job Description

About the company n

Our client who are a well established large Tier 3 builder deliver high-quality commercial, educational, and institutional projects across South East Queensland. Built on a foundation of long-term relationships, structural integrity, and exceptional project delivery.

Job Description n

Our client who are a well established large Tier 3 builder deliver high-quality commercial, educational, and institutional projects across South East Queensland. Built on a foundation of long-term relationships, structural integrity, and exceptional project delivery.

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With a strong pipeline of projects ranging from $5M to $30M , they specialise in complex, multi-stage developments with a strong focus on educational infrastructure (primary, secondary, and tertiary settings), as well as broad commercial builds.

The Opportunity n

We are seeking an Experienced Contracts Administrator to take commercial ownership of flagship projects within our $5M–$30M portfolio. Working closely with our Project Managers and site teams, you will play a central role in driving procurement strategies, managing trade packages, protecting project margins, and maintaining seamless stakeholder relationships.

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This role is ideal for a thorough, commercial-minded CA who thrives on complex builds, has a strong command of procurement, and understands the unique operational requirements of live educational environments.

Key Responsibilities n

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- Procurement & Letting: Prepare detailed trade scope packages, evaluate subcontractor tenders, negotiate terms, and execute subcontracts in alignment with head contract obligations.
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- Financial Management: Drive project cost reporting, maintain accurate forecast final accounts, and manage monthly client progress claims and variation approvals.
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- Subcontractor Administration: Review, assess,



and certify subcontractor progress claims, variations, EOTs, and retentions.
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- Head Contract Administration: Ensure full compliance with head contract terms, track critical project milestones, and manage contractual correspondence.
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- Pre-construction & Mobilisation: Assist the project team during tender handovers, long-lead item procurement, and value-engineering stages.
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- Stakeholder Collaboration: Build trusted relationships with clients, superintendents, consultants, and subcontractors.
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About You To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Bring nn
- Experience: Minimum 4+ years of Contracts Administration experience within the Australian commercial building sector (Tier 2 or strong Tier 3 commercial builder background preferred).
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- Project Profile: A proven track record delivering commercial projects valued between $5M and $30M, with demonstrated experience on educational builds (schools, university facilities, or early learning spaces) being highly regarded.
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- Qualifications: Tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Building, or a related discipline.
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- Technical Skills: Strong understanding of head contracts (e.g., AS2124 / AS4000 series), head-to-subcontract alignment, and financial reporting software.
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- Attributes: Excellent negotiation skills, razor-sharp attention to detail, and a proactive, team-first approach.
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What We Offer nn
- Market-competitive salary Package: Generous remuneration aligned with your experience and expertise.
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- Project Diversity: Lead commercial management on highly regarded educational and commercial projects across SEQ.
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- Strong Culture & Support: Direct access to senior leadership, modern systems, and a collaborative, supportive site and office team.
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- Career Growth: Clear pathways for professional development toward Senior CA or Commercial Manager roles.
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📌 Contracts Administrator (Brisbane)
🏢 CGC Recruitment
📍 Brisbane