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Job Title


Senior Contract Administrator


Company : Kapitol


Location : Melbourne, Australia


Created : 2025-06-21


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Kapitol Group is one ofAustralias fastest-growing construction companies,transforming the industry throughinnovation,technology, andacommitment to excellence.Were driven by our core values Supportive, Authentic, Inspirational, Driven, and Customer-Centricand were looking for a talented Senior Contact Administrator tojoin our high-performing team.Why Kapitol Group Career Growth: Advance your skills with leadership and professional development programs. Innovative Work: Be part of industry-leading projects powered by cutting-edge technology. Well-Being Focus: Enjoy a safe, sustainable, and flexible working environment. Recognition & Impact: Contribute to award-winning projects that make a difference. Inclusive work place: We are recognised by the Diversity Council of Australia as an Inclusive Employer 2024-25.What youll do Assist with procurement of materials across various projects, including delivery to site, and draft subcontract documentation. Review, develop, and administer trade packages'' scope of work before calling for tenders; assess quotes, negotiate, and provide tender price comparisons. Respond to on-site requests, obtain and assess trade variations, and assist with head contract variation submissions. Provide regular updates to the Project Manager on letting and vetting progress, and manage client and subcontractor RFIs from site. Manage Head Contract & Subcontract administration, track project expenditure, and prepare monthly reports. Oversee programs and system management, determine supply costs, perform data entry, and mentor Contract Administrators, Graduates, and new starters.Who you are Passionate about the construction industry with a tertiary qualification in Construction Management or a related field. 7+ years of Contract Administration experience, including roles on multiple $50M+ projects, ideally in Tier 1 or Tier 2 environments. Proven experience mentoring junior team members, with strong communication, negotiation skills, and proficiency in JOBPAC and MS Suite. Agile thinker with a meticulous eye for detail, capable of working autonomously or in teams, focused on organisational success.Kapitol value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We are recognised by the Diversity Council of Australia as an Inclusive Employee. 2024-25. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, life stages, cultures, faiths, sexual orientation, and genders. #J-18808-Ljbffr