Building Contracts Administration – Johns Lyng Group

Disaster Recovery

Are you motivated by the prospect of helping communities recover from natural disasters, as well as making communities better prepared for the future? Then Johns Lyng Disaster Management Australia is the perfect place to accelerate your career and have a positive impact on the lives of Australians in need.
 
With the increase in extreme weather driven by climate change, DMA is proud to be the leading authority in delivering timely and effective disaster recovery, risk reduction and sustainability programs in Australia.  We achieve our success through the effective coordination of a diverse range of teams including project management, logistics and procurement, case management and community engagement, communications and government relations; as well as expert advisory in crisis and risk management.
 
DMA is growing rapidly, and we have high ambitions to create a stronger built environment for the future. Although we maintain a start-up ‘feel’; as part of the Johns Lyng Group, we have the support and backing of Australia’s largest building service provider and an ASX200 listed company. The Group has recently expanded to New Zealand and the USA which will drive DMA’s international growth.
 
 
What’s on Offer

• The opportunity to join an organisation with an exciting future
• A respected growing organisation
• Assist local communities
• A positive and rewarding team culture
• Support and guidance from experienced manager
• Discounts on technology, cars, fashion, and leisure
• Up to date technology and a modern office environment
• Supportive, social and collaborative team

 
The Role:  
Are you motivated by the prospect of helping communities recover from natural disasters, as well as making communities better prepared for the future? Then Johns Lyng Disaster Management Australia is the perfect place to accelerate your career and have a positive impact on the lives of Australians in need. The main focus of this role will be to manage the administration, commercial and financial functions of projects and to oversee project cost reporting, letting and financial administration.  If you take pride in contributing towards the success of major projects and have a keen interest in sharing knowledge and gaining knowledge, we would love to hear from you now.   
 
Key Duties & Responsibilities:   

• Engage, coordinate and manage trades
• Communicate and negotiate with trades to track the progress of jobs
• Dispute/issue resolution as required
• Work closely with estimators, supervisors and team
• Maintain a comprehensive working knowledge of the head contract
• Assist in organising contracts, processing quotes and updating variations
• Establish, maintain and control an effective cost control and reporting system
• Prepare monthly progress claims to the client
• Ensure the timely and accurate processing of accounts and payroll information
• Administer projects to ensure a timely and efficient completion of the head contract and subcontracts
• Ensure all inspections, certificates of final inspection from building surveyor and all relevant documentation is signed off

 
Key Selection Criteria:  

• Experience in a Contracts Administrator position or similar.
• Experience preferred in Residential, Educational, Retail and Industrial 
• Regional work experience desired.
• Excellent communication skills, including a professional phone manner
• Ability to develop strong relationships
• Excellent time management & organisational skills
• Ability to work effectively in a high-pressure environment
• Highly computer literate including Microsoft Excel, Projects, Bluebeam, CAD, Reddit, PowerPoint and Outlook

 
At DMA, we value a range of diverse backgrounds and experience – you don’t need to be an expert in disaster management or construction.  Primarily, we are looking for people that are motivated by helping others, adaptable and align with our values; as well as meeting the following minimum role requirements:
 
This role is a 12-month contract. That said, we always endeavour to develop and retain talent within our business.  A review will take place at the 9-month mark to discuss ongoing permanent opportunities.
 
Please note: The successful candidate must have the right to work in Australia and be prepared to undergo a criminal background check