Are you an experienced Contract Administrator with a proven track record in upstream contract management? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to work on some of Australia's most complex and high-profile demolition and civil projects?

My client is a highly regarded, national demolition and civil contractor known for our technical expertise, commitment to safety, and successful project delivery across Australia. Due to continued growth, we are seeking a dedicated and commercially astute Contract Administrator to join our dynamic team.

This is a full time CA position based in Melbourne, with required involvement in projects across Victoria and other states.

Your primary focus will be on Upstream Contract Administration, managing the commercial and contractual relationship with our clients. Key responsibilities include:

• Contract Review & Interpretation: Thoroughly reading, understanding, and communicating the obligations, entitlements, and risks associated with client contracts (e.g., AS, bespoke contracts).

• Variations & Claims Management: Preparing, negotiating, and successfully processing Variations (EOTs and Cost claims), ensuring all entitlements are captured and submitted in a timely manner.

• Progress Claims: Preparing and submitting detailed and accurate monthly client Progress Claims and managing payment schedules to ensure positive cash flow.

• Contractual Correspondence: Drafting and managing high-quality, professional contractual correspondence, including notices and critical program updates.

• Risk Mitigation: Proactively identifying commercial risks and opportunities within the contract and developing strategies to mitigate adverse impacts.

• Stakeholder Liaison: Working closely with Project Managers, Estimators, and the Senior Commercial team to provide contractual guidance and support.

• Proven Experience: A minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Contract Administrator, ideally within the demolition, civil, or general construction sectors.

• Upstream Expertise is Key: Demonstrated, in-depth experience and proficiency in client-side (upstream) contract administration duties (Variations, EOTs, Claims, Progress Claims, Contract Interpretation).

• Contract Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of standard form contracts (e.g., AS suite) and experience with large-scale, bespoke client agreements.

• Commercial Acumen: Exceptional financial literacy and a sharp commercial focus with a drive to protect the company's contractual position and maximise returns.

• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft clear, concise, and persuasive contractual documents.

• Travel: Willingness to travel interstate occasionally to support project kick-offs and commercial meetings.

This is a chance to work with a leader in the industry on complex and often landmark projects. You will be given genuine autonomy, report directly to senior commercial leadership, and play a critical role in the financial success of our most significant contracts.

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role where your upstream commercial expertise is valued and essential, we want to hear from you.

Apply Now by submitting your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience in upstream contract administration.

In the past 5 years we have been extremely humbled to have placed over 14,000 people into meaningful employment. This equates to 21 lives enhanced every day!

Thomas McEntee | tmcentee@marble.com.au | 03 8256 2200

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