Junior Contract Administrator

Overview

An established property group on the Gold Coast is seeking a Junior Contract Administrator to support the delivery of premium hotel and mixed-use developments. The business is recognised for its design-focused, quality-driven approach and has a growing portfolio of hospitality projects moving through planning and delivery. This opportunity is well suited to an early-career contract administrator who wants to build capability in a busy construction and property environment.

In this role, you will contribute to the commercial and contractual side of multiple projects while working alongside a collaborative team. It offers exposure to sophisticated, multi-party developments and the chance to progress your career within an expanding organisation.

What the role offers

• Involvement in prominent hotel and mixed-use projects across the Gold Coast
• Experience with a design-led developer that is actively growing its project pipeline
• Hands-on learning across complex projects involving multiple stakeholders
• A supportive team environment with strong leadership around project delivery
• Potential for long-term progression as the business expands
• A varied, fast-moving workplace with broad exposure to different project stages

Key duties

• Support the management of head contracts and subcontract agreements across several projects
• Assist with preparing, reviewing, and negotiating subcontract work packages
• Help process progress claims, variation claims, extensions of time, and final account close-outs
• Contribute to project cost control, budget monitoring, and financial reporting
• Assist with procurement tasks and the engagement of trades and suppliers
• Support tender activity and contract award recommendations
• Keep project finance records, documentation, and reports accurate and up to date
• Liaise with consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders to help keep projects moving

What you’ll need

• Between 1 and 3 years of experience in a contract administration or similar position
• Exposure to, or interest in, commercial, hotel, mixed-use, or large-scale residential projects
• Basic knowledge of construction contracts and procurement processes
• Strong planning and organisational ability with excellent attention to detail
• A proactive mindset, willingness to learn, and comfort working in a fast-paced setting
• A qualification in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related field is preferred

Additional information

The employer is interviewing immediately. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply without delay. If you are not the right fit for this role but would like to be considered for other opportunities, the recruiter is open to hearing from you. A referral bonus of $250 gift voucher is available if a referred candidate is successfully placed in a permanent role. The organisation also states that it is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity across backgrounds, identities, and abilities. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Contact

For a confidential conversation, contact Caitie Woods on 0421 827 803.