Contracts Adminsitrator

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Salary

$150000.00 - $190000.00 per annum

Location

Job Industry

  • Building and Construction

Job Type

  • Permanent
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Job Details

Contracts Adminsitrator

Contracts Administrator / Quantity Surveyor

Junior | Intermediate | Senior Positions available
Relocation to Perth, Western Australia

  • Opportunity to work with respected Tier 3 – Tier 1 Builders
  • Major Projects | Long-Term Security
  • Supportive and experienced teams
  • Salaries up to $190k AUD + super

Are you a Contracts Administrator or Quantity Surveyor in New Zealand considering a move to Australia?

I’m currently recruiting multiple Contracts Administrator positions across the Perth market, partnering with well-established Tier 3 through to Tier 1 commercial builders with strong, secured project pipelines through 2026 and beyond.

Are you looking to step up in project scale, earning potential, and long-term career progression?

The Projects

You’ll be involved in a diverse portfolio of commercial construction projects ranging from $10M to $1B, including:

  • High-rise construction
  • Multi-residential developments
  • Education (schools & tertiary facilities)
  • Industrial projects
  • Healthcare facilities

This offers exposure to both mid-tier commercial developments and landmark large-scale builds.

The Roles

Depending on your experience, responsibilities may include:

  • Head contract and subcontract administration
  • Letting and negotiation of trade packages
  • Cost forecasting and reporting
  • Variations and progress claims management
  • Procurement and programming support
  • Financial management of projects valued from $10M to $200M+

What’s on Offer

  • Long-term, secure roles with established WA and National head contractors
  • Strong, visible project pipelines
  • Clear progression pathways to Senior CA / Project Manager
  • Supportive team environments with experienced leadership
  • Higher earning potential, and competitive salary packages (AUD) aligned with experience
  • Opportunity to work on larger-scale projects with reputable builders

About You

  • Tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or similar
  • Experience with a commercial builder (NZ or Australia)
  • Strong financial and contractual skills
  • Experience with head and subcontracts
  • Confident managing multiple trade packages and stakeholder relationships
  • Open to relocating to Australia for career progression
  • New Zealand / Australian work rights are essential

Whether you’re a junior or intermediate CA/QS looking to move onto larger projects, or a Senior CA/QS seeking more autonomy and long-term growth, I’m working with multiple opportunities that can be tailored to your experience and career goals.

NZ citizens are eligible to work in Australia. Relocation support can be discussed.

Click apply now or please email your resume to chelsea.crocos@zenithsearch.com

All communication and your resume are treated strictly confidential and will be kept completely private until we have discussed the role, and you are comfortable to move forward with the opportunity

To find out more details on this position or any other opportunities in the construction industry, please call Chelsea on 0485 011 314.

Chelsea Crocos
Senior Recruitment Consultant
E: chelsea.crocos@zenithsearch.com
W: www.zenithsearch.com

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