Rail Commercial Defects & Claims Lead

RATP Dev; St Marys; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

RATP Dev Western Sydney Airport (RDWSA) is seeking a Commercial Defects Manager to oversee contract administration, commercial claims, and risk mitigation arising from technical defects across the Parklife Metro project. You will bridge engineering inputs with contract law, ensuring notices and cost-recovery strategies are robust and compliant.

The role reports to the Defect Manager and Commercial Director, requiring deep expertise in large infrastructure contracts, and proficiency with Maximo,

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in senior commercial roles within rail, transport or heavy civil construction.
• Experience in contract administration, claims formulation, and complex multi-million dollar disputes.
• Excellent drafting skills for contract notices, letters, and dispute packages.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial claims process end-to-end and issue notices within timelines.
• Draft formal Contract Notices and defect notices with Legal Counsel.
• Audit work orders in Maximo to ensure direct costs are tracked and claims are reimbursed.
• Support warranty handover and provide surge support to the commercial team.

Skills

Contract administration

Claims management

Risk mitigation

Commercial drafting

Cross-functional coordination

Financial modelling

Synthesis of technical inputs

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Quantity Surveying, Business, Commerce, Construction Management

Master of Laws (Construction Law/Dispute Resolution) desirable

Tools

Maximo

TeamBinder

Aconex

Job description

RATP Dev Western Sydney Airport (RDWSA) is seeking a Commercial Defects Manager to oversee contract administration, commercial claims, and risk mitigation arising from technical defects across the Parklife Metro project. You will bridge engineering inputs with contract law, ensuring notices and cost-recovery strategies are robust and compliant.

The role reports to the Defect Manager and Commercial Director, requiring deep expertise in large infrastructure contracts, and proficiency with Maximo,