Contracts Administrator
Fetch Recruitment ·www.fetchrecruitment.com.au
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The Company
This is an opportunity to join a high-end residential builder delivering architecturally designed homes and boutique builds across Melbourne’s premium suburbs. They run a tight process, take pride in finish and detail, and have a strong pipeline of upcoming work.
What’s on Offer:
The Role
We’re looking for a senior-level Contract Administrator who has operated in a high-end residential environment and can comfortably manage projects up to $5m, working closely with the Construction Manager/Director and site teams to keep projects commercially on track from start to finish.
Key responsibilities:
About You:
How to Apply:
Send your CV to barry.odonovan@fetchrecruit.com.au or give Barry a call/text on 0426 442 366 for a confidential discussion - after hours and weekend texts are fine
This is an opportunity to join a high-end residential builder delivering architecturally designed homes and boutique builds across Melbourne’s premium suburbs. They run a tight process, take pride in finish and detail, and have a strong pipeline of upcoming work.
What’s on Offer:
- Long-term role with a strong pipeline of premium projects
- Supportive, capable team and a builder that values process and quality
- Autonomy to run your jobs properly, not just “push paper”
- Competitive salary package based on experience
The Role
We’re looking for a senior-level Contract Administrator who has operated in a high-end residential environment and can comfortably manage projects up to $5m, working closely with the Construction Manager/Director and site teams to keep projects commercially on track from start to finish.
Key responsibilities:
- Full contract administration across multiple high-end residential projects
- Letting and negotiating subcontract packages (scope review, comparisons, award recommendations)
- Cost control, budget tracking and forecasting through the build
- Managing variations (client and subcontractor), claims and approvals
- Progress claims, payment schedules and cost-to-complete reporting
- Procurement coordination and programme support with site teams
- Driving documentation control and maintaining clear commercial records
- Supporting project delivery outcomes (time, cost, quality, client experience)
About You:
- Proven experience as a Contract Administrator with a residential builder (high-end preferred)
- Strong exposure to projects up to $5m (ideal), with solid end-to-end delivery capability
- Confident running subcontractor procurement and contract negotiations
- Strong cost control mindset with clear, accurate reporting
- Commercially sharp, proactive and solutions-focused
- Professional communication style (can manage stakeholders without drama)
- Stable work history and genuine interest in high-quality builds
How to Apply:
Send your CV to barry.odonovan@fetchrecruit.com.au or give Barry a call/text on 0426 442 366 for a confidential discussion - after hours and weekend texts are fine
Frequently asked questions
Who is hiring for the Contracts Administrator role?
Fetch Recruitment is hiring for the Contracts Administrator position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Contracts Administrator job located?
The Contracts Administrator role with Fetch Recruitment is based in Hawthorn, VIC, AU.
What does the Contracts Administrator role pay?
Fetch Recruitment lists the Contracts Administrator role at AUD 110,000–125,000 per year.
Is the Contracts Administrator role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Fetch Recruitment.
What experience level is the Contracts Administrator role?
The Contracts Administrator position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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