Job Description

As a Contract Administrator at ESR Group, you will be responsible for the commercial administration of construction projects, including subcontract management, cost control, variations, and progress claim assessment to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.

You will play a key role in:

• Administering and managing contracts end-to-end, ensuring accurate documentation, compliance, and alignment with project requirements
• Supporting project and development teams with commercial guidance, including cost reporting, financial checks, and risk mitigation
• Coordinating with internal stakeholders (PMs, SDMs) and external partners to facilitate smooth contract execution and issue resolution
• Overseeing contract systems with a strong focus on Yardi, ensuring accurate reporting, tracking, and process consistency
• Identifying and managing contractual risks, supporting dispute resolution and maintaining robust governance across projects

Requirements

• Degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or a related discipline
• Experience using Yardi is advantageous

• Proven experience as a Contract Administrator supporting the delivery of large-scale, complex construction projects (e.g. industrial, commercial, or infrastructure)

• Strong understanding of contract administration across the project lifecycle, including procurement, variations, progress claims, and final accounts

• Demonstrated ability to manage cost reporting, financial controls, and compliance processes within a live project environment

• Sound knowledge of standard forms of contract (e.g. AS contracts), with strong stakeholder engagement skills and proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with AI tools to support reporting and process efficiencies

Benefits

Grow with us - Career growth and learning

We believe our greatest strength lies in the growth and development of our team. From day one, we create an environment that builds confidence and lays the foundation for long-term success. Whether you’re launching your career or stepping into a leadership role, we provide the tools, learning opportunities, and personalised guidance to help you thrive.

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Our values and purpose

Our values are the foundation of everything we do - shaping our performance, culture, and ambition. Our purpose is rooted in the pursuit of excellence across all areas of our business, with a focus on maintaining the highest standards of performance, accountability, and integrity.

When you join us, you commit to three core principles:

• We Do the Right Thing: Integrity is non-negotiable. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of accountability, ensuring that every financial decision and business move is ethical and transparent.
• We Win as One Team: Our culture thrives on collective success. We break down functional silos to ensure that our ambitions are met through seamless collaboration and mutual support.
• We Think Beyond the Present: We don’t just manage for the quarter; we build for the years to come. We challenge ourselves to look past immediate gains to secure long-term excellence and sustainable growth.

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