Senior Contracts Manager Rail Systems Projects

UGL; North Shore; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

UGL Transport is seeking a Contracts Manager to provide contractual expertise across upcoming Rail Systems projects in Queensland and NSW. You will drive commercial practices, manage subcontracts, and optimise value while protecting the company’s interests.

This role is based in Australia with full-time responsibilities. The position requires tertiary education in relevant fields and strong experience in contract management, negotiation, and cost control.

Qualifications

• Tertiary education in Engineering, Commerce/Business, Law, Quantity Surveying or Construction Management.
• Demonstrated commercial acumen and the ability to interpret and apply contracts.
• Strong awareness in cost management and contract law; capable of commercial negotiations.
• Comprehensive knowledge of contract management, program financial management, risk and budgeting.
• Experience in lump sum D&C contracts is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead scope planning to minimise gaps, maximise cost efficiency and consider subcontractor capabilities.
• Prepare procurement strategies with the Project Manager; identify subcontracts and timing.
• Maintain relationships with stakeholders and monitor market conditions.
• Procure project work in line with strategy; ensure orders are within authority and well scoped.
• Negotiate subcontract terms, conditions and pricing; ensure proper execution.
• Provide commercial support during downstream negotiations with necessary approvals.
• Manage subcontractor payment claims; ensure validation, certification and timely payment.
• Maintain cost forecasting for allocated subcontracts and escalate issues as needed.
• Address variations, claims, EOT and disputes with subcontractors/suppliers.
• Assess upstream/downstream commercial risks and implement controls.
• Advise project teams on upstream contractual rights and obligations.
• Administer upstream contracts to protect UGL Transport’s rights in a timely, accurate way.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Contract interpretation

Negotiation skills

Cost management

Contract law awareness

Risk management

Budgeting and reporting

Education

Tertiary education in Engineering or Commerce/Law/Construction Mgmt

Job description

UGL Transport is seeking a Contracts Manager to provide contractual expertise across upcoming Rail Systems projects in Queensland and NSW. You will drive commercial practices, manage subcontracts, and optimise value while protecting the company’s interests.

This role is based in Australia with full-time responsibilities. The position requires tertiary education in relevant fields and strong experience in contract management, negotiation, and cost control.