Contract Administrator

Company Description

Alder Constructions is a multidisciplinary construction company known for our focus on quality and for delivering technically and logistically complex projects.

We service a broad cross section of clients and deliver outstanding results across the health, infrastructure, education, retail, commercial, hospitality, industrial, manufacturing, defence and community sectors. 

Our collaborative, partnership approach has allowed us to develop exceptional relationships which has led to repeat custom and a period of strong and sustained growth. This success affords our people the opportunity for stable employment and progression in a positive, supportive and stimulating environment. We live by our values of ensuring sustainability, supporting diversity, striving for innovation and seeking to provide a challenge that stimulates our teams every day.

Job Description

About the role

This is a critical position of influence that requires a high calibre individual with a strong track record of pre-contracts and project delivery experience.  Ideally you will be a degree qualified Contracts Administrator with commercial acumen and credibility gained from working with success for well-regarded Building companies. Enthusiastic and driven individuals, with high standards and willingness to learn will thrive working alongside a team of exceptional professionals.

About you 

You will be a methodical individual with a creative streak who is adept at investigating project opportunities and efficiencies, analysing claims, conducting site inspections and managing budgets and programmes. You will also need to be an accomplished communicator and negotiator able to liaise with a variety of stakeholders.

What we need

• Construction Management Degree or similar relevant tertiary/ trade qualification
• A minimum of 2-3 years' practical experience
• Exposure to a variety of construction projects
• Preparing and managing budgets and programmes
• Exposure to Defence, Retail & Commercial will be highly favoured
• Contract/ Sub-Contract management
• Preparing detailed contracts
• Preparation of scoping documents
• Managing variations, delays and contract claims
• Jobpac experience highly preferred

Qualifications

You will be a methodical individual with a creative streak who is adept at investigating project opportunities and efficiencies, analysing claims, conducting site inspections and managing budgets and programmes. You will also need to be an accomplished communicator and negotiator able to liaise with a variety of stakeholders.

Ideally you will have 

• Cert IV in Contract Administration (minnimum)
• Construction management degree or similar relevant tertiary/trade qualification 
• Jobpac experience (not essential although will be highly regarded)
• Exposure to commercial construction
• A minimum of 2-3 years' practical experience
• Experience in preparing detailed contracts
• Preparation of scoping documents
• Managing variations, delays and contract claims

Additional Information

Enthusiastic and driven individuals, with high standards and willingness to learn will thrive working alongside a team of exceptional professionals.

If this interests you, we encourage you to apply via the link including your resume and a cover letter outlining.

1. Why you would like to work for Alder constructions in our Ballina office
2. Where you see yourself in 5 years