Job Description - Contracts Administrator (263148)
UGL Big projects. Big careers.
UGL is a diversified services company delivering critical assets and essential services that sustain and enhance the environment in which we live. Our capabilities extend across a broad range of services and whole-of-life solutions for diverse industries, utilising world leading, sustainable and innovative technologies.
Within the Rail & Technology Systems sector, UGL is a leading provider of integrated systems for communications and rail infrastructure projects. We are uniquely positioned and resourced to support our clients in their goals of providing exceptional transport solutions. Our services include infrastructure building and asset management, rail systems, signalling and communications, tunnel, and intelligent transport systems.
The Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced Contracts Administrator to report directly into our Commercial Manager based in Melbourne (Southbank location). Flexible work options are available. We will consider applicants based in Brisbane (South Bank) as well.
Key responsibilities include:
- With the support of the Commercial Manager prepare and submit all upstream commercial notices and claims on timely manner (including variations, delays, disruptions etc.) interpreting and applying relevant contractual provisions and compiling evidence documents.
- Attend commercial meetings with project team, client, subcontractors etc, record relevant points, actions etc.
- Assist with management of all upstream claims, responses, notifications, certificates, etc.
- Support project manager to maintain or improve margin, prepare monthly cost to complete updates reflective of current financial position of project.
- Identify risks and commercial areas of concern for UGL and assist with developing mitigation strategies and reporting obligations.
- Assist PM in preparing all monthly cost reports, project reports.
- Participate in review of project schedule, monitoring and reporting the impact of any change.
- Conduct business activities in accordance with internal standard CIMEC & UGL policies and procedures.
Requirements to be successful:
- Minimum 2-5 years of experience in a Contracts Administration or related role within an engineering or construction management environments.
- Experience in all stages of head contract and subcontract management, including preparing claims, procurement, scope analysis, cost forecasting, variations/claims management, completion and closeouts.
- Ability to interpret relevant contractual provisions and application to prevent potential business exposure.
- Proficient skills in MS Word, Excel, Teams and email.
What UGL offers:
When you join UGL, you will get to shape the nation alongside Australia best experts. With greater exposure to large-scale projects end-to-end, you can develop wildly and fast. You will be empowered to follow your curiosity and supported to carve out your dream career-life journey.
As a diversified services organisation, UGL appreciates the diversity and richness of its people, and seeks to create inclusive environments that promote your talent and skills.
- Corporate discounts to 100's of high street retailers to include supermarkets, department stores, motoring and petrol, home and gardens, families and babies, travel, entertainment and private health insurance.
- Salary Continuance Insurance.
- Flexible Work Arrangements.
- Salary sacrifice.
- Novated leasing.
- A Strong Health and Safety Culture.
- Dedicated Wellness Program.
- Educational and leadership development opportunities.
- Access endless career options and pathways through the CIMIC Group.
Job Reference: 263148
Discipline Contracts Administrator
Primary Location Melbourne (Southbank) or Brisbane (South Bank)
Work Type Full-time
