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- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Administrative experience
- Construction experience
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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Parental leave
Employee assistance program

Qualifications

Administrative experience
Commercial construction experience
Organisational skills
Communications
Construction experience
Construction Management
Communication skills

Full Job Description

Deliver procurement, subcontract management and commercial outcomes
Work across a variety of projects throughout QLD
Join a majority Indigenous-owned contractor creating lasting impact

Why Barpa?

Barpa Pty Ltd is a majority Indigenous-owned commercial construction company specialising in the delivery of technically complex and innovative facilities. We work across live operational environments, requiring strong planning, collaboration, and commercial discipline.

Our clients span Federal and State Government, Defence, Education, Health, local Councils, Not-for-Profits, Private Clients, and Tier One contractors. At Barpa, we are proud to deliver projects that create long-term value for communities while fostering meaningful Indigenous participation and partnerships.

The role

We're looking for a Contracts Administrator to support the commercial delivery of projects across QLD. Based in Cairns, this role will also support project outcomes across QLD.

Working closely with the Project Manager, you will play a key role in procurement, contract administration and cost control, ensuring projects are delivered in line with contractual, financial and programme requirements.

Responsibilities:

Manage subcontract procurement from tender through to contract execution
Prepare tender documentation, evaluate submissions and support trade letting
Administer subcontract agreements, variations and payment processes
Support head contract administration including notices, EOTs and variations
Assist with cost reporting, forecasting and commercial performance tracking
Monitor subcontractor performance against budget, programme and scope
Coordinate with project teams to ensure timely delivery of procurement and commercial outcomes
Maintain accurate records, documentation and contract compliance
Support project delivery through strong stakeholder coordination and communication

About You:
Essential:

Degree qualified in Construction Management or a similar discipline
3-7 years' experience in commercial construction (builder-side preferred)
Experience in subcontract procurement and contract administration
Strong understanding of construction contracts and commercial processes
Ability to manage multiple trade packages and deadlines
High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
Confident communicator with the ability to build strong stakeholder relationships
Strong systems capability

Benefits and perks:

A collaborative, values-driven workplace with a strong commitment to Indigenous participation and inclusion.
Competitive salary and the opportunity to work on diverse, technically complex projects across Australia.
Excellent leave benefits, including Cultural Leave, Purchased Leave, Work Life Balance Days, Community Days, and a generous Parental Leave scheme.
Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Professional memberships and development support.
Sporting and social events.
Discounts across travel, retail, and health.

How to apply

Applications should be made by submitting a CV and cover letter online outlining your interest, motivation and what you would bring to this role by way of background. Or contact Brooke Lancaster (Senior HR Business Partner) via [email protected]

*Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islanders and Veterans are encouraged to apply*

Recruiters, please note we are not engaging agency support for this role and do not accept unsolicited resumes. Any CVs sent via agencies will be disregarded and candidates may approached directly.

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