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Contract Administrator - National Builder - CBD project
design and build
Construction / Project Management
Posted 06/06/2026
Closes 20/06/2026
East Melbourne, 3002, Melbourne, Victoria
Full time
Not specified
CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR | HEALTH INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT | MELBOURNE CBD
The Opportunity
Our client is a well established national contractor with a reputation for delivering complex, high value projects across a range of sectors. Due to continued growth and a strong forward workload, they are seeking an experienced Contract Administrator to join the team on a complex health infrastructure project in Melbourne's CBD.
This is an opportunity to become part of a business that offers genuine long term career security. With a substantial pipeline of work secured over the coming years, successful candidates will have the opportunity to build their career across a diverse range of project types rather than being confined to a single sector.
Current and future projects include:
• Health Infrastructure
• Data Centres
• Social Infrastructure
• Build to Rent
• Multi Residential
• Commercial Construction
Key Responsibilities
• Management of trade and subcontract packages from procurement through to final account
• Preparation and administration of subcontract agreements
• Assessment and processing of progress claims and variations
• Cost forecasting, reporting and budget control
• Management of procurement schedules and tender processes
• Supporting project delivery teams to achieve commercial and programme objectives
• Building strong relationships with subcontractors, consultants and client representatives
About You
• 5+ years' experience as a Contract Administrator within commercial construction
• Experience working within a structured Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractor environment
• Proven experience managing trade packages on projects valued at $50m+
• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of construction contracts
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Degree qualified in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
• Ambitious, proactive and looking to build a long term career with a leading contractor
What's On Offer
• Attractive salary package aligned with experience
• Secure pipeline of major projects across multiple sectors
• Exposure to some of Victoria's most significant construction projects
• Strong leadership and mentoring from experienced project teams
• Clear progression pathways into contracts management
• Positive and collaborative team culture
If you're looking for a role that offers both immediate project exposure and long term career development, we'd welcome a confidential discussion.
Apply now or contact Blair at Design & Build Recruitment for further information.
The Opportunity
Our client is a well established national contractor with a reputation for delivering complex, high value projects across a range of sectors. Due to continued growth and a strong forward workload, they are seeking an experienced Contract Administrator to join the team on a complex health infrastructure project in Melbourne's CBD.
This is an opportunity to become part of a business that offers genuine long term career security. With a substantial pipeline of work secured over the coming years, successful candidates will have the opportunity to build their career across a diverse range of project types rather than being confined to a single sector.
Current and future projects include:
• Health Infrastructure
• Data Centres
• Social Infrastructure
• Build to Rent
• Multi Residential
• Commercial Construction
Key Responsibilities
• Management of trade and subcontract packages from procurement through to final account
• Preparation and administration of subcontract agreements
• Assessment and processing of progress claims and variations
• Cost forecasting, reporting and budget control
• Management of procurement schedules and tender processes
• Supporting project delivery teams to achieve commercial and programme objectives
• Building strong relationships with subcontractors, consultants and client representatives
About You
• 5+ years' experience as a Contract Administrator within commercial construction
• Experience working within a structured Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractor environment
• Proven experience managing trade packages on projects valued at $50m+
• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of construction contracts
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Degree qualified in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
• Ambitious, proactive and looking to build a long term career with a leading contractor
What's On Offer
• Attractive salary package aligned with experience
• Secure pipeline of major projects across multiple sectors
• Exposure to some of Victoria's most significant construction projects
• Strong leadership and mentoring from experienced project teams
• Clear progression pathways into contracts management
• Positive and collaborative team culture
If you're looking for a role that offers both immediate project exposure and long term career development, we'd welcome a confidential discussion.
Apply now or contact Blair at Design & Build Recruitment for further information.
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