This firm has built a strong name in the surveying industry, working alongside leading contractors and developers on complex, large-scale developments. They offer a stable, supportive environment where people are valued, and hard work is recognised.
The Opportunity
This is a newly created role, offering the right candidate a unique opportunity to take ownership of the position and build processes and systems that will support the business as it continues to grow. Reporting to the Managing Director, you'll have a wide scope of day-to-day financial contract administration and play an integral role in supporting project delivery and business decisions.
We're looking for someone who is open-minded, hands-on, and happy to roll up their sleeves a team player who understands that no task is too big or too small
Key Responsibilities
- Cost Planning & Budget Control: managing budgets, estimates, forecasts, and cost reports
- Procurement & Subcontractor Management: preparing tender packages, scopes, BOQs, and negotiating contracts
- Contract Administration: managing head and subcontract agreements, time-related notices, EOTs, and compliance
- Variation Management & Progress Claims: identifying, pricing, and submitting variations; preparing and assessing progress claims
- Stakeholder Management: acting as the commercial lead between site teams, clients, and subcontractors
- Dispute Avoidance & Resolution: identifying risks early and managing claims or disputes with professionalism and accuracy
- Team Leadership: mentoring junior CA/QS staff and ensuring best practice processes are followed
- Commercially astute professional who can hit the ground running and lead from the front.
- Tertiary qualifications in Construction Management, Engineering or related field
- 2-3+ years post-grad experience, ideally with exposure to structural trades or FRP packages
- Strong contract knowledge, ideally across both Schedule of Rates and Lump Sum contracts
- Experience in Jobpac (or similar systems) will be highly regarded
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills
- A proactive mindset with a focus on risk mitigation, accuracy, and long-term value
- Be part of a business with a strong pipeline of major infrastructure and commercial projects
- Lead the commercial delivery of complex and rewarding projects
- Work with a company that invests in people and have clear career progression pathways to Commercial Manager
- Enjoy a collaborative and high-performing team environment where your contribution is valued
If you’re ready to take the next step in your commercial career and want to join a high-performing team in a business that values its people, this role is for you.
If you have any additional questions regarding this opportunity, please reach out directly to Natalie Kotzias via the apply links attached to this ad!