Contract Administrator / Quantity Surveyor - MEP Services

Work on one of Australia’s most iconic infrastructure projects

Join a specialist cost consultancy with long-term project security

12-month+ contract role, ASAP start for the right candidate

Applicants can live locally in Cooma NSW or DIDO or FIFO to Canberra and drive from there.

Join a leading cost consultancy delivering on one of Australia’s most significant civil infrastructure projects. 12-month+ contract role, ASAP start, Monday to Friday with accommodation provided.

Our client is a specialist Quantity Surveying and Cost Consultancy supporting the delivery of a $1bn+ infrastructure project, one of Australia’s largest and most technically complex projects. They are now seeking for a

Senior /

Contracts Administrator

or

Senior /

Quantity Surveyor

to join their team in Cooma, NSW.

This role will be working on large scale mechanical and electrical services packages and any experience working on large scale MEP packages previously would be ideal. Especially within a civil project environment.

These roles will focus on forecasting, rate analysis, cost breakdowns, and scope definition across major infrastructure and civil packages. You’ll work closely with the project leadership team to analyse existing drawings, assess cost forecasts, and help refine and reinvent project scope as it evolves.

Ideal candidates will come from either a Head Contracting or Consultancy background and have experience in forensic cost analysis, contract administration, and financial reporting within large-scale civil or infrastructure projects.

The team offers a supportive working setting with accommodation provided in Cooma NSW.



12-month+ contract role and Monday to Friday role where you can live locally in Cooma NSW or DIDO/FIFO from the surrounding region to/from Canberra Airport and drive the rest of the way.

Years of Experience: 5 to 10+ years

Key Responsibilities

Conduct detailed cost forecasting, budgeting, and rate analysis

Review and interpret existing drawings, forecasts, and project documentation

Assist in defining, refining, and validating project scope

Prepare and manage variations, progress claims, and contract documentation

Provide financial and contractual advice to project stakeholders

Participate in forensic cost reviews and risk assessments

Collaborate with project engineers, planners, and commercial managers

Analyse drawings & scope to accurate forecasts

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

Relevant tertiary qualifications in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or Engineering Civil infrastructure or major project experience

Excellent analytical, reporting, and communication skills

Proficiency in cost management and contract administration software

Ability to work both independently and as part of a small, collaborative team

A flexible, proactive attitude

Excellent communication skillset both written and verbal

High attention to detail and strong analytical skills

Ability to think on your feet and excellent problem-solving skills

This could be a contract or permanent opportunity providing a chance to work on one of Australia’s most significant infrastructure projects with a growing consultancy that offers both challenge and long-term prospects.

Additional information

Work on one of Australia's most iconic infrastructure projects

12-month+ contract role, ASAP start for the right candidate

Applicants can live locally in Cooma NSW or DIDO/FIFO to Canberra and drive from there.

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