Senior Contract Administrator

• Major rail project exposure
• End-to-end involvement, procurement through to delivery & commissioning
• Supportive, inclusive team – diverse environment where your voice & experience are valued

About the Project:

The NSW Government’s Regional Rail Fleet Project is replacing the ageing XPT, XPLORER, and Endeavour train fleets with a modern fleet of 29 diesel-electric motor units. Under this ambitious and transformative project, UGL will deliver essential works and maintain these trains through a newly constructed state-of-the-art maintenance facility in Dubbo, while also upgrading and operating the existing Sydenham Maintenance Centre (SMC).

This role sits within UGL’s Rail Transport Passenger Maintenance business and supports delivery of critical infrastructure upgrades to align with the new Mariyung and Regional Rail fleets.

About Your Role:

As the Senior Contract Administrator, you will support the Sydenham Outstation Depot upgrade works as part of the NSW Regional Rail Fleet Project, overseeing commercial, contractual, and project support across design, construction, and commissioning phases.

Working closely with the Project Manager, you’ll manage contracts, procurement, and financial performance while partnering with a diverse group of stakeholders to drive successful delivery.

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
 

• Lead commercial and contract management
• Manage end to end contract administration including claims, variations and notices
• Manage client, supplier and subcontractor relationships to deliver strong project outcomes 
• Lead procurement, contract administration, and commercial performance 
• Provide strategic commercial advice, risk management and financial oversight 
• Ensure compliance with contractual, governance and project requirements 
• Drive cost control, forecasting, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives

About You:

The successful candidate for the Senior Contracts Administrator role must possess the following key attributes:
 

• 7+ years in contract administration or similar commercial role
• Experience in infrastructure, rail, or engineering projects
• Strong stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills

• Opportunity to influence commercial outcomes on a complex project 

Our Benefits:
 

• Strategic Impact: Lead significant projects, including Critical Works Packages and NSW Passenger Maintenance projects, and directly contribute to the success of a high-profile Regional Rail initiative.
• Career Development: Enjoy opportunities for growth in one of Australia's largest and most respected infrastructure and engineering organisations.
• Dynamic Work Environment: Work on diverse projects offering unique problem-solving and technical leadership opportunities.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a team that prioritises innovation, safety, and accountability, ensuring excellence in project execution and delivery.
• Excellent Remuneration: Receive an attractive salary and benefits package that rewards your expertise and leadership.
• Core Values: Work in alignment with UGL Principles, upholding professionalism, integrity, and respect in every interaction.

About UGL

UGL is a well-known and respected for providing end-to-end engineering, construction and maintenance services within; rail and transport, communications and technology systems, oil and gas, power, renewables and resources, water and defence markets. UGL partners with some of the world’s largest blue-chip companies and government agencies, private enterprises and public institutions. We are a member of the CIMIC Group of companies.

At UGL, we value diversity – in the backgrounds, ideas, work styles and perspectives of our team. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage people with disability, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, mature aged workers and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

Please note that relevant screening checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process. These may include a national criminal history check and for you to undergo pre-employment medical assessment including drug and alcohol screen.

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