Contracts Administrator - Fixed Term

About The Organisation

This organisation is a well-regarded civil construction contractor known for delivering high-quality infrastructure projects across New Zealand. With a strong reputation for technical delivery, safety, and client outcomes, they foster a collaborative team environment focused on continuous improvement and long-term growth.

The Role

This Contracts Administrator position offers a broad and dynamic opportunity to work across multiple projects from tender stage through to completion.

You will support project delivery through a combination of contract administration, financial oversight, and reporting, working closely with Project Engineers, operational leadership, and finance.

This role suits someone who enjoys balancing analytical and commercial thinking with strong coordination and communication, ideally bringing a QS-leaning skillset with the ability to grow into the softer aspects of stakeholder engagement and project delivery.

Role Requirements

• Experience in contracts administration, quantity surveying, or project coordination within construction or civil environments
• Strong understanding of project costing, financial reporting, and budget tracking
• Ability to support tendering processes including estimating and documentation
• Proven capability coordinating multiple projects at varying stages
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify risks and opportunities
• High attention to detail across reporting, compliance, and documentation
• Effective communicator with both internal teams and external stakeholders
• Understanding of New Zealand construction standards, contracts, and health and safety practices
• Relevant qualification in construction, engineering, quantity surveying, or similar (or equivalent experience) preferred but not essential
• Full New Zealand driver licence

What's in it for You?

• Opportunity to step into a broad, career-defining Contracts Administrator role
• Salary ranging from $70-90,000k depending on experience
• Exposure to both commercial and operational aspects of project delivery
• Supportive team environment with structured training and development
• Work closely with experienced construction leaders

Contact

All inquiries and applications to Archway Recruitment are treated in the strictest confidence. For a confidential discussion and to find out more about this opportunity please contact Katie Oakes - e-mail ***email_hidden*** or phone 021 884 092