Senior Contract Administrator

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and manage project budgets.
• Support head contract execution and maintain cost control forecasting.
• Build strong relationships with subcontractors and stakeholders.

Responsibilities and Core Objectives

• Preparing detailed cost estimates throughout the project stages, offering cost advice and value engineering to design and project teams, and managing project budgets in line with the company’s financial goals.
• Support head contract execution and compliance
• Maintain accurate cost control forecasting, and reporting
• Build strong working relationship with subcontractors, consultants, and stakeholders
• Review construction documents, interpret drawings and prepare scope of works for contractors.

To succeed in this role, you will ideally have:

• A diploma-level qualification in business, administration, law, or a related field OR at least 3 years of relevant experience in contract administration or a similar role
• Experience working with supplier agreements, procurement documentation, or commercial contracts
• Strong organisational and attention-to-detail skills
• Good written and verbal communication with the ability to liaise effectively with stakeholders
• Sound analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general computer systems.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• At least 3+ years Contract Administration experience
• Experience in construction industry and end to end tender processes
• Demonstrated ability to read and understand detailed construction plans and documentation and agreements
• Knowledge of construction codes and standards
• Highly developed organisational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills
• Proficiency in the use of Excel
• Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team, assisting and supporting others
• Experience with online collaborative work spaces
• Experience with Google and Microsoft Office

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