Junior Contract Administrator - Talent Pool
- Support senior Contract Administrators and Project Managers in commercial construction projects.
- Assist in preparing procurement documents, quote comparisons, and progress claims.
- Log variations and maintain project documentation.
- Opportunities with builders who want to train and develop new talent
- Honest career advice from a specialist construction recruiter
- A clear path from support work to running your own projects
About This Opportunity
Gough Recruitment is building a talent pool of junior Contract Administrators for upcoming roles with Perth builders and contractors across commercial, residential and fit-out construction. When a role comes up that fits, you’ll be the first person we call.
The Position
You’ll support senior CAs and Project Managers with the commercial side of construction projects. You’ll learn how projects are procured, priced, claimed and closed out, and take on more responsibility as you go.
Key Responsibilities
- Help prepare procurement documents and gather quotes from subbies and suppliers
- Put together quote comparisons and scope reviews for trade packages
- Help prepare progress claims and check subcontractor invoices
- Log and track variations, and keep cost reports up to date
- Look after contract registers, correspondence and project documentation
- Support final account close-out
The Criteria
You’ll bring:
- Up to 2 years in a contracts, project coordination or QS support role, or a recent construction qualification
- A degree, diploma or certificate in construction management, quantity surveying or a related field (or currently studying)
- Strong Excel skills and a good eye for detail
- An interest in the commercial side of construction
- Clear communication and a willingness to learn
- A current driver’s license and White Card
- Full Australian working rights
Please call Kaylie Pinniger on 0494 122613 at Gough Recruitment or simply hit APPLY NOW.
All applications to Gough Recruitment stay confidential and will not be discussed with anyone outside of Gough Recruitment without your consent.
Reference number: KPGR06
Profession:ConstructionCONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR
Company: Gough Recruitment AU
Date posted: 20th Oct, 2026
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