Contracts Administrator

Company Overview

Maas Construct is a building construction business within Maas Group Holdings, an Australian ASX-listed provider of construction materials, equipment, and services with operations spanning property, civil works, infrastructure, and mining. Established in 2002, the group has more than 2,000 employees and runs a fleet of over 550 machines. It delivers buildings and infrastructure throughout regional Australia, supported by in-house capabilities in materials, plant, and related services.

Role Summary

The company is looking for a driven Contract Administrator to oversee the commercial administration of subcontract packages on large construction projects. The position works closely with the Senior Contract Administrator and is focused on subcontract procurement, variations, monthly financial reporting, and other contract administration duties. The role plays an important part in improving project commercial outcomes through careful cost control, claims handling, and accurate subcontract management.

Key Duties

• Run the process for letting subcontract and supply packages, including defining scope, sending enquiries, evaluating tenders, and issuing awards.
• Administer subcontracts through the full project cycle, covering progress claims, variations, and practical completion in line with contract terms.
• Keep clear and current records for subcontract packages, purchase orders, and contractual communications.
• Work with Project Managers and Site Managers to make sure subcontract scope is properly set out and managed on site.
• Prepare monthly end-of-month cost reports for assigned packages, including comparison of budget to actual costs and financial forecasts.
• Review and process monthly subcontractor payment assessments, and refer disputed claims to the Senior Contract Administrator.
• Maintain cost codes, budget uploads, and accurate financial information in the project management system.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in contract administration within the building construction sector.
• Practical understanding of construction contract types and subcontract administration workflows.
• A tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a closely related field.
• Strong ability in Microsoft Excel and construction management software/platforms.
• Preparedness to attend project sites when needed.
• Excellent attention to detail, along with strong organisational and record-keeping skills.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to recognise and escalate issues early.
• Good communication and collaboration skills when working with site, engineering, and commercial teams.
• A proactive, team-oriented approach with confidence in handling subcontractor correspondence and contractual deliverables.
• Professional discipline in meeting reporting and contractual deadlines.

Why Join

• Be part of a fast-growing ASX-listed organisation where your work has visible impact.
• Gain access to training and career development opportunities across Maas and the wider group.
• Enjoy the security of a large integrated business combined with the pace of a project-based team.
• Use an employee benefits platform with discounts across retail, healthcare, gyms, and novated leasing.
• Receive Commonwealth Bank workplace banking benefits.
• Take part in monthly values awards and newsletter recognition.
• Benefit from a broad health and wellbeing program.

Additional Information

Applicants who are detail-focused, commercially minded, and keen to grow their contract administration capability on major construction projects are encouraged to apply.