Contracts Administrator / Estimator

Denovo Recruitment is working with a highly regarded contractor that specialises in the fit-out and refurbishment of high-end restaurant, retail and commercial projects throughout Sydney. 
  
With a growing project pipeline, there is an opportunity for a skilled Contract Administrator / Estimator looking to work on major, landmark projects. 

About you:  

• Proven experience in estimation with Commercial, Residential and/or hospitality project.
• A good understanding of Construction Methods, Materials & Building Contracts
• Strong Written & Verbal communication skills
• A team player that can also work unsupervised if required
• Experience working towards both team and individual KPIs

About the position:

• Prepare tenders and EOIs and contribute to the development of strategies to win tenders
• Develop and maintain BOQs for accurate and effective cost control
• Obtain Quotes and Pricing from Sub-Contractors & Suppliers as required
• Prepare exact take-offs and tender estimates
• Develop scope of work for trades and subcontractors
• Prepare tender invitations for trades
• Assess subcontractor quotes and prepare tender recommendations.
• Review, negotiate and preparation of subcontracts
• Manage Variations 
• Sourcing suppliers, and negotiating rates for materials
• Management and forecasting of project expenditure, and budgets.
• Review and assess subcontractor progress claims
• Administration of RFIs to clients, architects and consultants.
• Provide support to the Project Manager and Site Manager
• Represent the company at site inspections and other project meetings (Engineer inspections, PCA inspections)
• Prepare meeting agendas and minutes
• Maintain notices and extensions of time for projects.
• Organise and develop communications between consultants (Architects, Engineers, PCA, and the like)
• Assist in the preparation of documentation for Construction Certificates.
• Compile documentation for Practical Completion and Project Handover (Operation and Maintenance Manuals)
• Preparation and compiling of compliance certificates for Final Occupation Certificates.
• Maintaining and monitoring construction programmes.