Who We Are:
Pinnacle Hire is a dynamic hire business dedicated to delivering advanced dewatering, pumping, and water treatment solutions across Australia’s Infrastructure, Civil Construction, Mining, and Quarry sectors. Our expert team is committed to providing rapid response and superior expertise, ensuring our customers have access to the most suitable equipment precisely when and where they need it.
We proudly offer a range of cutting-edge equipment, featuring renowned brands such as Selwood from the UK, BBA Pumps from the Netherlands, Tsurumi from Japan, Sulzer from Switzerland, Grindex and Atlas-Copco from Sweden, as well as Fortress Tanks and Elementz Treatment Plants from Australia. Additionally, we are introducing the advanced EnviroHub Water Treatment products and systems from the UK to the Australian market for the first time.
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and commercially minded Contract Administrator to join our growing team. We are particularly seeking applicants based in Pampanga or nearby cities. Reporting to the Estimating and Contracts Coordinator, you will play a key role in managing contractual and commercial aspects of civil construction projects, supporting project delivery teams, and ensuring projects achieve their commercial objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Review client contracts and identify commercial departures, risks, and opportunities.
- Support the Estimating and Engineering teams in preparing tender submissions, including tender returnable schedules and contractual compliance requirements.
- Administer contracts throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.
- Prepare, submit, and track progress claims in accordance with completed works and contract terms.
- Identify, prepare, and negotiate variations, extensions of time, and other contractual entitlements.
- Maintain accurate records of project correspondence, contractual notices, and commercial documentation.
- Act as the key liaison between Project Delivery and Commercial teams, ensuring commercial risks are identified early and revenue leakage is minimised.
- Assist with subcontractor management, including contract preparation, payment assessments, and variation administration.
- Support project forecasting, cost control, and reporting activities to maximise project profitability.
Skills & Experience
- Previous experience as a Contract Administrator,
- Experience managing progress claims, variations, and contract administration processes.
- Strong commercial acumen and analytical skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
- Ability to work effectively with project, engineering, estimating, and commercial teams.
Personal Attributes
- Humble, proactive, and team-oriented.
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
- Commercially aware and solutions-focused.
- Able to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Self-motivated with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
Application Question(s):
- Do you have experience in administration, project coordination, or workshop support?
- Do you hold a current driver's licence?
- Do you hold a WHS or First Aid certification?
- Are you proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook?
- Can you effectively manage multiple priorities and deadlines?
- Do you have strong attention to detail in record-keeping and documentation?
- Do you have strong written and verbal communication skills?
Licence/Certification:
- Full Driver Licence (Required)
Work Authorisation:
Location:
- Rowville VIC 3178 (Required)
Work Location: In person
