LISA LI
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Resourceful Contract Administrator with 8+ years of experience across construction, real estate, and modular housing sectors in China and Australia. Proven ability to draft, review, and administer contracts, manage tender processes, and deliver end-to-end project execution with a strong focus on compliance, quality, and cost control.
Currently co-leading a modular housing start-up in Melbourne, overseeing consultant and subcontractor engagement, variation management, cost tracking, and site coordination. Proficient in CostX, Procore, AutoCAD, and well-versed in AS4000 / AS2124 contract standards.
Committed to delivering efficient, compliant outcomes while maintaining strong relationships with all project stakeholders.
Also undertaking postgraduate studies focused on how BIM and digital cost tools can support smarter, more traceable contract workflows in infrastructure projects.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Contract Administrator/ Co-founder
POCKETPOD – Modular Housing Start-up
Melbourne, Victoria
08.2024 - Current
- Delivered end-to-end contract administration for modular housing prototypes, covering subcontractor onboarding, payment assessments, and scope changes
- Led tendering, evaluation and negotiation with suppliers and consultants across D&C delivery phases
- Coordinated project documentation, approval tracking, and on-site issue resolution to ensure compliance and meet project schedule
- Oversaw budgeting and cost reporting using Excel and CostX, supporting early-stage funding and pricing
Contract Administrator
Junjin Technology Co., Ltd
12.2020 - 07.2025
- Drafted and reviewed procurement and service contracts aligned with Chinese construction regulations
- Monitored contract performance and coordinated stakeholders to resolve variations and minimise dispute exposure
- Managed contract renewals and maintained registers across multi-disciplinary project teams
- Collaborated with legal and project management teams to resolve claims and ensure compliance
Estimating and Contract Administrator
Yueneng Construction Engineering Co., Ltd
06.2019 - 11.2020
- Prepared tender documentation and BOQs; conducted quantity take-offs using Bluebeam and Excel
- Managed subcontractor engagement and claims assessment across residential construction projects
- Reviewed progress certifications and ensured compliance with contract deliverables and milestones
- Provided advice on post-tender contract risk and compliance strategies
Education
Master of Construction Management
The University of Melbourne
Melbourne, VIC07-2025
Bachelor of Project Management
Chongqing University
Chongqing, China07-2018
Bachelor in Real Estate Management And Valuation
Chongqing University of Education
07-2013
Skills
- Experienced in contract administration under AS4000 / AS2124, including variation and EOT management
- Skilled in tendering, subcontractor engagement, procurement, and cost control
- Proficient in preparing payment claims, progress reports, and tracking RFIs
- Competent in CostX, Procore, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite
- Effective stakeholder communicator, able to liaise across consultants, clients, and contractors
- BIM-aware, with a strong interest in digital workflows and cost-data integration
- Bilingual in English and Mandarin; culturally agile in diverse team settings
Earlier Roles
Contract Administrator – Peixin Landscape Engineering Co., Ltd | Jan 2016 – Jul 2018
Tender & Contract Admin – Yongchang Building Materials (Foreign Construction) | Feb 2014 – Jun 2016
- Coordinated tender preparation and contract documentation for residential and public works projects
- Managed project settlement and variation procedures in compliance with national codes
- Maintained contract records and coordinated updates during project lifecycle
Timeline
Contract Administrator/ Co-founder
POCKETPOD – Modular Housing Start-up
08.2024 - Current
Contract Administrator
Junjin Technology Co., Ltd
12.2020 - 07.2025
Estimating and Contract Administrator
Yueneng Construction Engineering Co., Ltd
06.2019 - 11.2020
Master of Construction Management
The University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Project Management
Chongqing University
Bachelor in Real Estate Management And Valuation
Chongqing University of Education
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