Contracts Administrator - Fixed Term

About the organisation

You’ll be joining a respected civil construction business that delivers infrastructure work across New Zealand. The company is recognised for dependable technical execution, a strong safety focus, and solid client results. It also promotes a collaborative workplace built around ongoing improvement and long-term development.

The role

This fixed-term Contracts Administrator position is a varied opportunity that spans multiple projects from the tender phase right through to close-out.

The role supports project delivery through contract administration, financial tracking, and reporting, while working closely with Project Engineers, operational leaders, and the finance function.

It is well suited to someone who enjoys combining commercial judgement and analytical thinking with strong coordination and communication skills. A background with quantity-surveying-style responsibilities would be a good fit, along with the ability to develop the relationship-focused side of project delivery.

Role requirements

• Background in contract administration, quantity surveying, or project coordination within civil construction or related construction settings
• Solid knowledge of project costing, budget monitoring, and financial reporting
• Capability to assist with tender preparation, including estimates and supporting documentation
• Experience juggling several projects at different phases at the same time
• Strong analytical ability to spot risks and identify opportunities
• Careful and accurate approach to reporting, compliance, and document control
• Confident communication skills for dealing with both internal colleagues and outside stakeholders
• Working knowledge of New Zealand construction requirements, contract practices, and health and safety expectations
• A qualification in construction, engineering, quantity surveying, or a similar field is preferred but not mandatory, or you may have equivalent relevant experience
• Full New Zealand driver licence

What’s on offer

• An opportunity to move into a wide-reaching, career-shaping Contracts Administrator position
• Salary of $70,000 to $90,000, depending on experience
• Exposure to both the commercial and operational sides of project delivery
• Supportive team culture with organised training and development
• Chance to work alongside experienced leaders in construction

Contact

All enquiries and applications are handled in strict confidence. For a private conversation about the role, contact Katie Oakes by email at katie@archwayrecruitment.com or by phone on 021 884 092.