Project Administrator

COLAS Australia, a leader in the Road Construction and Maintenance Industry, continues to expand its operations throughout Australia and New Zealand as a company which is now supported locally by over 700 employees, across 15 work sites in 5 states. Colas is a subsidiary of the Bouygues Group which includes over 200,000 staff worldwide.

The Role

We are seeking a highly organised Project Administrator to join our growing team based in Yatala QLD. Reporting to the Senior Contract Administrator, this role will support major infrastructure projects and is critical in ensuring the smooth coordination of project documentation, reporting and administrative processes.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Monitor and record project costs, including labour, materials, equipment, and subcontractor costs
• Review, verify, and process invoices from vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors, ensuring accuracy and adherence to contract terms
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in cost and revenue tracking systems, ensuring all transactions are properly documented
• Analyse revenue and costs associated with projects undertaken and provide insights/comments on any variances
• Prepare and issue purchase orders for external engagements in accordance with procurement policies and authority limits
• Process and maintain contract documentation including dockets, supervisor reports, lot packs, safety records, employee records & other records generated during daily operations
• Act as a point of contact between project teams, subcontractors, and the finance department to resolve payment or cost-related issues
• Other duties as required

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Previous experience in a Project Administrator role and Costing environment (construction or infrastructure industry preferred)
• Strong organisation skills with a high attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Previous experience with document management systems
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to manage competing deadlines

Culture and Benefits

At COLAS Australia our people are vital to our success. Our employees make us different and set us apart from our competitors. Our goal is to attract, retain and develop visionary, talented, and passionate individuals. Our people are central to everything we do.

The successful applicant will be rewarded with: 

• A competitive salary package 

• Flexible Work Arrangements 

• Annual renumeration reviews

• Paid Parental Leave Program

• Life insurance & health care benefits

• Corporate fitness program + discounts on healthy meals, active wear, supplements + more!

• Employee recognition & assistance programs

Colas Australia Group does not accept any unsolicited resume referrals from Recruitment Agencies. Colas Australia Group will not pay any placement fees relating to unsolicited resume referrals.

To view more: www.colas.com.au/job-vacancies/

“Colas Australia are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander & people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply”