Contract Administrator

Company Overview: UGL Transport is committed to delivering critical assets and essential services using sustainable and innovative solutions. We partner with top-tier companies, government agencies, and public institutions, offering a work environment that values diversity and inclusivity. At UGL, career progression comes alongside the chance to make a significant impact within a supportive and collaborative team.

Role Purpose: The role of the Contract Administrator is to manage the creation, execution and oversight of contracts. They draft and review contracts, negotiate terms and ensure compliance with legal standards. Their role includes maintaining documentation, monitoring deadlines and resolving disputes to drive the maximization of project margin and mitigation of risk

Key Responsibilities

Ensuring UGL complies with the requirements of the head contract and/or joint venture agreement.

Sub-contractors and UGL meet respective sub-contract(s) requirements in full.

Administering the contract to ensure that all activities, responsibilities and obligations of the contract are met in a timely, accurate, effective and compliant matter.

Maintaining complete contractual records, correspondence, proposed changes to contracts, warranties, delays, extensions of time and other contract management functions as directed

Establishing and maintaining an up-to-date framework of reports for all interested parties on the commercial status of the contract.

Support, work closely and effectively with Project Managers and Corporate Legal.

Monitor and review all subcontracts to report on the performance of the contract, as it relates to the purchase of equipment, materials, supplies, products, or sub contracted services, parties' responsibilities and obligations and customer satisfaction.

Identify, negotiate, facilitate, report and close-out contract variations.

Facilitate & Manage negotiations for amendments to or extensions of contracts, in conjunction with Corporate Legal.

Facilitate the resolution of contract inconsistencies and/or changes to terms and conditions via coordinating discussions and liaison with internal management and Corporate Legal.

Qualifications

Knowledge of contracts, consortium and joint venture agreements, financing contracts, legal terminology, Australian and NSW legislative requirements that apply to the rail industry (including environmental requirements).

Experience in the rail, automotive, military, defence, aviation or any other safety critical environment is preferred but not essential.

Skill in reading and comprehending contract terms and conditions, legislation and regulations, technical specifications, laws and codes as they relate to contract management.

About UGL: UGL, a member of the CIMIC Group, is known for providing end-to-end services in sectors like rail, transport, technology, renewables, and defence. We promote an inclusive environment that encourages women, people with disability, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, mature-aged workers, and culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

Professional Growth: We offer a platform for female leaders to grow and make a difference in a high-impact role. UGL values the diverse backgrounds and perspectives that women bring to the team, ensuring a balanced workspace where everyone can thrive.

Application Process: Screening checks, including a national criminal history check and a pre-employment medical assessment, are part of our recruitment process.

Join UGL: If you're a passionate professional ready to bring your expertise and leadership to UGL, we encourage you to apply and be part of a team that's making strides in innovation and sustainability.

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Discipline

Contracts Administrator

Primary Location

Australia-NSW-Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter

Work Type

Full-time
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