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Contract Administrator

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COMPANY OVERVIEW

Our client is a leading supplier of high-quality steel and industrial materials, serving a wide range of industries including construction, manufacturing, and infrastructure development. With a strong presence in Australia and expanding operations across Asia, they committed to delivering reliability, innovation, and excellence in every project. Their Vietnam office plays a critical role in supporting our regional finance operations and ensuring compliance with both local and global accounting standards.

Reports to: National Contracts Manager & Operations Manager

Location: Sai Gon Ward, Ho Chi Minh City

RESPONSIBILITIES

Contract & Project Administration

  • Draft, review, and administer subcontract agreements and purchase packages.
  • Monitor contract deliverables, milestones, claims and retentions.
  • Prepare, assess, and issue variations and contractual correspondence.
  • Support project teams by maintaining project registers, documentation, and commercial records.

Financial & Cost Control Support

  • Assist with monthly project financial reports, including cost-to-complete updates.
  • Work with Project Managers and Finance Team to track budgets, commitments, accruals, and spend.
  • Prepare cashflow projections and progress claim summaries.
  • Analyse deviations between budgets, forecasts, and actuals, highlighting risks or required actions.
  • Support final account preparation and project financial close-out.

Stakeholder & Supplier Coordination

  • Assist with onboarding subcontractors and suppliers, including compliance checks and system entries.
  • Coordinate with external parties such as consultants, fabricators, subcontractors, and service providers.
  • Support the review and processing of supplier and subcontractor payment claims.
  • Help resolve contract-related queries and contribute to dispute resolution processes.

Compliance & Documentation

  • Ensure contractual documents meet required legal, quality, and safety expectations.
  • Maintain contract registers, file structures, and document control processes.
  • Promote consistent use of templates, naming conventions, and project documentation standards.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Qualifications in Construction Management, Finance, Legal or a related field.
  • 2-3 years of experience in contract administration, project coordination, or commercial support (construction or manufacturing preferred).
  • Strong analytical and financial literacy with an interest in cost control and commercial reporting.
  • High level of English proficiency, both written and verbal.
  • Confident in stakeholder communication across diverse groups and cultures.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to track multiple projects concurrently.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office suite and comfortable learning new project management and accounting systems.
  • Detail-driven mindset with the ability to interpret information carefully and question gaps or inconsistencies.
  • Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy under pressure.

BENEFITS

  • Competitive salary with full social, health, and unemployment insurance as per Vietnam Labor Law.
  • Professional, international, and collaborative working environment.
  • Supportive culture that encourages learning and continuous improvement.
  • Exposure to structured systems and professional processes in a global organization.
  • Opportunities for career growth and long-term development

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Job ID: 136230389