Contracts Administrator - Hervey Bay, Australia - Hansen Yuncken

Description

Contracts Administrator | Hervey Bay, QLD

We are currently seeking a Contracts Administrator to join our team in Hervey Bay.

Who we are

Proudly Australian and privately owned, for over 100 years. HY is a national builder that works across a diverse range of projects. We've built our reputation on being the most responsive, client-focused partner in the industry. Our commitment to providing an inclusive workplace is driven by an organisational culture that focuses on diversity and equality.

The opportunity
Hansen Yuncken Queensland have an opportunity for an experienced Contracts Administrator to join our Hervey Bay team.

Fraser Coast Library and Administration Centre Project, in Harvey Bay QLD, will be constructed over five levels, with a further two levels of basement car parking. The building will provide a new Library and Community Hub, Disaster Resilience Centre, Administration space to consolidate the location of Council's staff as well as new Council Chambers.

Your Responsibilities

• Assisting the Project Manager in preparing detailed forecasting spreadsheets, reports, and analysis.
• Procurement of trades including draft Scope of Work, tender negotiations, awarding of subcontracts.
• Identification and administration of variations and RFI's.
• Processing invoices, progress claims, and delay claims according to contractual obligations.
• Cost reporting, scheduling, and programming.
• Preparing, checking, and reviewing subcontract packages, scopes, lettings, and procurement schedules.
• Research and document laws, technical needs, and other factors relevant to the project.
• Negotiate and update sub-contracts, their rates, and their terms with sub-contractors.

What's Needed

• Tertiary qualifications relevant to Construction (Construction Management).
• A minimum of 3 years' experience in Contract Administration for a commercial builder based in Australia.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suites and strong CHEOPS experience is essential.
• Demonstrate a high level of competency in communication (written and verbal).
• Intelligent, ambitious, and highly motivated.
• Competent knowledge of subcontract tendering, standards, procedures, cost reports, procurement, construction programs, and plan.

Working for HY

HY is proud to offer long-term career opportunities, and those individuals who join HY can look forward to an outstanding working environment, market-leading remuneration, fantastic employee benefits, and a clear career path.

At Hansen Yuncken our aim is to make your career with us both enjoyable and challenging.

If you feel this position is right for you, please provide a covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the selection criteria and a copy of your current Resume/CV to:

To be eligible for this opportunity, applicants must hold valid working rights.