Contract Administrator
AWX ·www.awx.com.au
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We are seeking experienced Contract Administrators to join high-performing project teams delivering major construction and development projects across Brisbane.
These are permanent roles offering strong pipeline visibility, excellent career progression, and the opportunity to work on diverse and complex projects.
About the Role
As a Contract Administrator, you will play a critical role in the delivery of projects, working closely with Project Managers, site teams, and subcontractors to ensure commercial outcomes are achieved.
You will be responsible for managing contracts, procurement, cost control, and financial reporting across the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
We are seeking experienced Contract Administrators to join high-performing project teams delivering major construction and development projects across Brisbane.
These are permanent roles offering strong pipeline visibility, excellent career progression, and the opportunity to work on diverse and complex projects.
About the Role
As a Contract Administrator, you will play a critical role in the delivery of projects, working closely with Project Managers, site teams, and subcontractors to ensure commercial outcomes are achieved.
You will be responsible for managing contracts, procurement, cost control, and financial reporting across the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Administer head and subcontract agreements
- Manage procurement processes, including tendering and letting packages
- Track project costs, variations, and forecasts
- Prepare and negotiate progress claims and subcontractor payments
- Review and assess variations, EOTs, and contractual claims
- Maintain accurate financial reporting and cost control systems
- Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and project timelines
- Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, and subcontractors
- Minimum 5+ years' experience as a Contract Administrator within construction
- Proven experience delivering projects in sectors such as commercial, residential, mixed-use, or infrastructure
- Strong knowledge of contract law and standard forms (e.g. AS contracts)
- Demonstrated commercial acumen and cost management expertise
- Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills
- High attention to detail and strong organisational capability
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or similar
- Permanent, full-time positions with leading contractors and developers
- Strong pipeline of Brisbane-based projects (no travel required)
- Competitive salary packages and performance incentives
- Clear career progression opportunities into Senior CA or Project Management roles
- Collaborative, well-supported team environments
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Who is hiring for the Contract Administrator role?
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Where is the Contract Administrator job located?
The Contract Administrator role with AWX is based in Brisbane, QLD, AU.
Is the Contract Administrator role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at AWX.
What experience level is the Contract Administrator role?
The Contract Administrator position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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