Superintendent Representative - Townsville

Building and Construction Administrator – Townsville

• AO5 Superintendent Representative (Contracts Administrator)
• Start ASAP – Government Opportunity
• Temporary role with the option of extension for the right person

The Client

Our Client is a Townsville-based Government Department that works with other Government agencies to manage their building, construction, and maintenance requirements.

The Opportunity

As a Contracts Administrator, you will be responsible for the effective administration of construction contracts, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, maintaining clear communication with stakeholders, and contributing to high-quality project outcomes. You will be part of a team committed to operational excellence, safety, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Understand and apply the contractual obligations of all parties honestly and fairly.

• Provide operational contract supervision on major and complex construction projects, including:

  • Conducting regular site inspections.

  • Coordinating and documenting site meetings.

  • Issuing variation orders.

  • Assessing and processing contractual claims.

  • Managing Contractor Requests for Information.

  • Ensuring Building Act compliance inspections are carried out and documented.

• Provide expert advice to assist the Superintendent in managing dispute resolution processes.

• Implement and maintain contract administration procedures for traditional contracts.

• Manage post-contract performance evaluation processes to support contractor performance monitoring.

• Communicate effectively with clients, contractors, and project teams regarding potential cost, time, and quality issues.

• Participate in quality assurance reviews and contribute to ongoing improvements in project delivery systems.

• Uphold workplace health and safety, and employment equity standards in all activities.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Strong knowledge of construction contract administration and applicable legislation.

• Experience in managing and monitoring construction contracts on medium to large-scale projects.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills in a construction or engineering context.

• Commitment to compliance, integrity, and continuous improvement.

To Apply

Applications in Word format should be forwarded to us by clicking the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion, you are welcome to call Daria on (07) 4034 5000.

About Us

With offices in Cairns and Townsville, Precruitment is Regional Queensland's leading recruitment consultancy, specialising in permanent and temporary roles. With a focus on administration and professional talent, we are selected suppliers to local businesses, Queensland Government, Government Owned Corporations and Local Government. We have a broad client base throughout Regional, North and Western Queensland.

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