ABOUT PLANET:

The Planet Group of Companies has more than 30 years’ experience across a diverse range of sectors including residential, commercial, industrial, and civil construction, with offices in NSW, VIC, QLD & ACT. We have over 400 employees and are looking forward to busy years ahead.

COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Holds a current drivers licence
• Diploma or equivalent in Contract Administration or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in contract administration or a related field
• In-depth knowledge of contracts, regulations, and principles pertaining to service agreements activities
• Strong negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with auditors and stakeholders.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical abilities.
• Proficiency in contract management software and MS Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple contracts simultaneously.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• High level of integrity and ethical conduct.
• Knowledge of current Australian Standards, NCC etc.
  All successful candidates will be subject to a Police Background Check.
  To find out more about Planet Plumbing please visit our website: www.planetplumbing.com.au
  We support diversity and inclusion in all our workplaces; women, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people with a multicultural background or a disability are strongly encouraged to apply.
  Planet Plumbing is managing this vacancy in-house. We ask that recruiters do NOT contact us regarding this vacancy.
  Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Are you an Australian citizen or permanent resident?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
• Do you have experience in a role which requires relationship management experience?
• What’s your expected annual base salary?

Experience:

• Contracts Administration: 3 years (Preferred)
• Construction Industry: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In perso

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Due to continual growth, we are seeking a skilled and experienced Contracts Administrator reporting and supporting our Construction Manager. It is an on-site role based at our Head Office in Campsie with occasional visits at our construction sites when required. An amazing opportunity awaits the ideal candidate, looking to challenge themselves and be a part of a dedicated team of professionals. In addition, there will be opportunity over time for the right candidate to progress towards project management. Functions and activities include, but are not limited to the following:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage and oversee all contractual agreements and processes within our organisation.
• Administer and manage contracts pertaining to (but not limited to) long/short term contracts, insurance, suppliers, employee and subcontractors, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contract terms and conditions.
• Administration of various project management documents e.g., handling progress claims for work completed, variations that modify the project scope, extensions of time (EOTs) due to delays, requests for information (RFIs), and notices of defects (NODs).
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements and obligations specific to company processes.
• Coordinate and schedule auditing activities, including arranging meetings, gathering necessary documentation, and liaising with internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitor and track contracts and invoices, deliverables, milestones, and deadlines, and provide regular updates to relevant parties.
• Collaborate with auditors, internal teams, and stakeholders to ensure effective contract management and smooth execution of all service processes.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with contracts and propose solutions to minimise potential liabilities.
• Assist resolve any disputes or issues arising from contracts, including claims and variations and service agreements.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date contract documentation and records.
• Conduct regular contract reviews and audits to assess performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement necessary changes.
• Keeping updated on relevant contract agreement regulations, standards, and industry best practices related to contract administration.
• Prepare and maintain project QA plan
• Maintain, update submit progressive ITC’s & ITP’s
• Prepare & maintain passive fire registers utilising software packages such as Pentrak / Fire Doc