STEP INTO A CAREER WITH REAL IMPACT. BRING YOUR NEXT MOVE TO THE +
At Solutions+, we believe in the positive power of great community spaces. We bring the plus for our customers, building and transforming landscapes to enhance communities, enrich lives, and leave a lasting impact. With over 30 + years in the landscaping industry behind us, Solutions+ brings together a wealth of experience, knowledge, and skill.
We offer more than just a place to work. We believe every role is more than a job; it’s a path to progress, purpose, and personal growth.
The plus also means we’re all in on you. From structured learning and leadership pathways to recognition, flexibility, and the support to thrive, we’re here to help you grow with purpose and build a career that lasts. We recognise the effort you put in, reward your progress, and invest in your development because your success shapes our success.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING IN YOUR
About the Role
The Construction Administrator is a crucial position within our company, bridging Estimating, civil and landscape construction divisions. This role is responsible for leading procurement processes, managing the transition from estimating to construction phases, and ensuring that all projects meet our commercial requirements. With a strong focus on contractual management, compliance, and optimisation, the Contracts Administrator plays a pivotal role in safeguarding the company’s financial health and operational efficiency.
Responsibilities:
- Contract Management: Oversee the preparation, review, negotiation, and execution of contracts across civil and landscape construction projects. Ensure contracts are in compliance with legal, regulatory, and company standards.
- Procurement Leadership: Lead procurement strategies and processes, including tendering, supplier selection, and contract negotiation, to achieve competitive value for money pricing and great delivery and service.
- Project Transition Management: Facilitate seamless transitions from estimating through to project start up, ensuring continuity and alignment with prostrate and contractual obligations.
- Commercial Compliance: Monitor project progress and expenditure against contractual milestones and budgets. Identify and address any deviations to protect commercial interests.
- Programme Management: Ensure that all PM programmes are up to date ( by working with them) and all commercial compliance is managed that are driven from the programme – such as RFI’s, Delays, lead times and subcontractor management
- Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate contractual and commercial risks across projects. Implement strategies to minimise potential impacts on the business.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, finance teams, and external stakeholders such a s suppliers and subcontractors to ensure contract compliance, effective communication, and resolution of contractual issues.
- Performance Reporting: Provide regular reports on contract status, compliance, and risk to senior management, enabling informed decision-making.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, contract management, or a related field
- At least 3+ years of experience in contract administration
- Strong knowledge of Australian contract law and regulations
- Must have recent experience with either Tier 1 subcontractor or Tier 1/2 principal contractor within Construction or Civil
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and contract management software
- MUST HAVE Full Australian working rights
Interested:
Please send a copy of your up to date resume to talent@landscapesolutions.com.au or for a confidential chat then please feel free to call Paul have on 0450-436-586
