Job Title: Contracts Administrator
Position Type: Full-Time ( 12 Month Contract with view to extend)
Are you an organized Contracts Administrator with a background in construction or building services? We are seeking a detail-oriented professional to join our team, supporting fit-outs and service construction projects. Join a collaborative team as a Contracts Administrator! Enjoy diverse commercial projects, stable hours, and great career growth.
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About the Role
Working closely with the Senior Project Managers and Construction Manager, you will play a key role across the full project lifecycle. You will oversee contract documentation, manage subcontract agreements, and drive the development of essential handover documentation, including Operation & Maintenance (O&M) and compliance manuals.
Key Responsibilities
- Contract Administration: Prepare, review, and issue subcontractor/supplier contracts, purchase orders, and variations
- Manual Development & Handover Documentation: Compile and maintain detailed project manuals (O&M manuals, fire system compliance manuals, and as-built documentation) in line with Australian Standards and the National Construction Code (NCC).
- Project Manager Support: Provide day-to-day administrative support across concurrent projects, assist with procurement comparisons, help track budgets/schedules, and coordinate project close-outs.
- Compliance & Quality Assurance: Ensure all project files adhere to QSE (Quality, Safety, and Environmental) systems, support internal/external audits, and verify that subcontractor documentation meets technical requirements.
About you:
- Experience: Previous background as a Contracts Administrator or Project Coordinator within commercial construction, fire protection, or building services (MEP).
- Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with standard Australian construction contracts (e.g., AS4000, AS4902) and NCC/fire safety compliance standards is highly regarded.
- Documentation Skills: Proven experience or strong aptitude for document control, version tracking, and compiling technical manuals/certifications.
- Software Proficiency: Strong skills in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel).
- Attributes: High attention to detail, proactive communication, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage competing deadlines across multiple active projects.
Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for phone screening. Please apply with a CV in word format. Any queries please contact Chanel Hirons via email on chanel.hirons@randstad.com.au or on 0437491824
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
