Contracts Administrator, Christchurch
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Tuatara Structures

Contracts Administrator

  • Posted 1mo ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time

Christchurch

Job Description

About us


Tuatara Structures are well-established industry leaders in the design and construction of structural steel buildings. We deliver industrial, commercial, and agri projects.   


Since 2014, we have built a strong reputation for speed, clarity and follow-through.   We solve issues early.  We back our people.  We care about quality, safety and doing what we said we’d do. 


The opportunity


You’ll own the commercial management of assigned projects from tender handover to final account.


That includes procurement planning, trade package scopes, subcontract letting, cost control, variations, claims, reporting and close-out.


This is not a desk-only job.  You’ll work closely with Project Managers, site teams, suppliers and subcontractors.  You need to ask the hard questions early, make clear recommendations and keep things tidy when the pressure comes on.


We’re looking for someone who can work confidently around stage targets, stretch targets and pre-let driven deadlines, and turn those requirements in a procurement and a commercial plan the team can actually deliver. 


What you’ll do


  • Lead commercial delivery from handover to final account.
  • Build and run procurement and letting schedules.
  • Prepare trade package scopes, call and compare tenders, run clarifications and negotiate subcontract terms.
  • Drive early package awards and pre-lets where the programme depends on them. 
  • Keep stage targets visible, push drift early and help the team stay ahead of issues. 
  • Track committed cost, forecast final cost, cashflow and margin. 
  • Prepare, assess and negotiate variations and claims.    
  • Support Project Managers to make sound commercial calls. 
  • Reduce leakage, rework and downstream risk.
  • Lead and coach junior CA’s down the line.


What good looks like


You might come from a Quantity Surveying, Contracts Administration or ideally a main contracting background.


What matters most is that you can do the job well. 


You’ll likely bring:


  • 5+ years’ experience in commercial or industrial construction.
  • Strong knowledge of NZ construction contracts, subcontracting and procurement.
  • A track record of negotiating trade packages and subcontract agreements. 
  • The ability to manage multiple projects at once without losing control of the detail.
  • Strong commercial judgement, you know when to hold the line and when to move.
  • Clear communication, face to face, on the phone and in writing.
  • A practical approach, you solve issues early and won’t hide behind emails.
  • Confidence to work independently, without ego.
  • Confident and willing to have hard conversations.
  • Experience with Procore, CostX and commercial reporting tools will help. 


Why join Tuatara Structures


Tuatara is a business with a good name, a clear plan and plenty of runway.


We have been recognised in the Best Place to Work awards and we’re not standing still.  We have a clear plan focused on smart growth, better systems, stronger people capability and continuing to lift the standard.


For the right person, that means three things:


  • You’ll join a business that is growing with intent, not just getting bigger for the sake of it.
  • You’ll have real influence with the chance to shape how the commercial function runs as we scale.
  • You’ll be part of a team that backs high standards, values good people and is building for the long run.


Coming home from Australia


If you’re currently working in Australia and thinking about coming home or would like to make NZ your home, this role could be a good fit for you as we’re open to discussing how we can help you relocate back. 


How to apply


Please send your CV along with a short covering letter answering the following:


  • Tell us about a subcontract or trade package you negotiated well.  What was at stake, what did you do personally, and what was the result?
  • Tell us about a project where you had to manage procurement against stage targets, stretch targets or pre-let deadlines.  How did you keep it moving?


Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so don’t wait to apply.

Benefits & Perks

Culture

  • 🧕 Inclusive Workspace
  • ❤ Care and Appreciation
  • ⚖ Work-Life Balance Support
  • 🏋 Gym Membership
  • 💚 Counselling Services
  • 📈 Professional Development
  • 🏎 Competitive Salary
  • 🅿 Free Parking
  • 💻 Company Supplied Technology
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  • 🐾 Dog Friendly
  • 🏃 Women Leadership
  • 💸 Living Wage
  • 💝 Charitable
  • 🙌 Community Focused

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