Contract Administrator

Are you ready to build Your Career with One of Australia’s Fastest-Growing Developers of Over 50's Luxury Resort? Our Commercial team are seeking a new Contract Administrator to join a collaborative team that values your success and growth.

Based at Helensvale HQ | Full-Time | Long-Term Projects | Career Growth

We’re a family-owned powerhouse experiencing incredible growth—and we’re only just getting started. With QA Build as our dedicated construction arm, alongside in-house design, development, and resort operations, GemLife offers the full construction and lifestyle experience under one roof. That means genuine cross-functional career progression once you’ve grown in your own lane.

With multiple high-end commercial and lifestyle projects underway and 8+ new resorts launching in 2025, we’re now seeking an experienced, detail-driven Contract Administrator to join our Commercial Construction Division, supporting the successful delivery of architecturally designed luxury resort infrastructure.

About the Role

Reporting to the Commercial Operations Manager, you’ll be responsible for the end-to-end commercial and contractual management of a wide variety of projects—from entry statements to country clubs and summer houses.

You'll work across both pre- and post-contract stages, ensuring cost control, compliance, and high-quality delivery across the board with opportunities to travel to project sites nationwide.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing tenders, subcontractor procurement & negotiations
• Preparing and reviewing subcontracts, variations, progress claims & payments
• Developing scopes of work and construction documentation
• Maintaining procurement schedules, budget reports, and financial forecasts
• Liaising with suppliers, consultants, site teams, and estimating
• Administering contracts in accordance with project and legal requirements
• Supporting risk identification and mitigation throughout the build process

About You

You’re a confident, commercially minded professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-standards environment. You’re proactive, collaborative, and known for staying ahead of challenges.

You’ll bring:

• 5+ years’ experience in commercial contract administration
• Proven leadership and mentoring skills
• Tertiary qualifications in Construction Management or Quantity Surveying
• Deep understanding of Australian Standard contracts, NCC, and relevant legislation
• Proven ability to interpret architectural, structural and services drawings/specifications
• Proficiency with construction software (ideally Procore and digital document platforms)
• Exceptional organisational and stakeholder management skills

Why Join GemLife + QA Build?

We don’t just construct buildings—we build connected, lifestyle-focused communities. QA Build gives us full control over quality, delivery, and innovation, making this an exciting place for construction professionals who want to make a real impact.

What’s in it for you:

• Long-term career opportunities across construction, estimating, development and residential
• Structured training and development tailored to your goals
• A collaborative, family-run business culture that actually walks the talk
• Competitive salary + employee wellbeing support (EAP)
• Retail discounts, novated leasing, and a corporate wardrobe allowance
• A modern, high-energy HQ designed for productivity and teamwork
• Join an amazing commercial team who support each other and plan monthly off-site lunches together

If you're ready to be part of something big & bring your experience apply now with your CV and cover letter - we’d love to learn more about you and what you can bring to the team!

We only accept applications from Australian Citizens, Residents or candidates with full Australian work rights, we are unable to offer sponsorship.