Senior Contract Administrator | Mission Critical & Data Centres

## About the Company At UGL, in partnership with CPB Contractors, we're delivering some of the nation's most significant mission-critical projects and we're seeking an experienced Senior Contract Administrator to join our growing Data Centre team in Melbourne. This is an opportunity to play a key role in the commercial and contractual delivery of complex, high-value data centre projects while building a long-term career with one of Australia's leading integrated infrastructure delivery businesses. Drawing on the combined strengths of UGL, CPB Contractors and the global ACS Group, you'll help support the infrastructure powering Australia's digital future ## About the Role The Opportunity As Senior Contract Administrator, you will support the commercial delivery of major hyperscale data centre projects from procurement and subcontract award through to completion and close-out. Working as part of an integrated commercial, procurement and project delivery team, you will administer high-value electrical, mechanical and specialist subcontract packages, manage contractual obligations, support procurement activities and contribute to strong commercial outcomes across the project lifecycle. ## Responsibilities - Administer head contracts and subcontract packages across major data centre projects. - Support procurement, tender evaluations, negotiations and subcontract awards. - Manage variations, payment claims, EOTs and contractual notices. - Monitor subcontractor performance, compliance and commercial outcomes. - Support forecasting, cost reporting, claims management and commercial controls. - Collaborate with project, engineering and procurement teams to manage risk and drive project success ## About You We're looking for a commercially astute Contract Administrator with experience delivering complex construction, engineering or infrastructure projects within a fast-paced project environment. You will bring: - Solid experience in Contract Administration, Commercial Management or a related project commercial role coupled with experience in Data Centres, Health, Defence, Airports, Industrial or other major infrastructure projects will be highly regarded. - Qualifications in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Commerce, Law or a related discipline - Demonstrated experience in subcontract procurement, negotiation and administration - Experience managing variations, progress claims, contractual correspondence and commercial reporting - Strong commercial acumen with the ability to identify and manage project risks and opportunities. - Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. ## Career Growth & Long-Term Pipeline This is more than a project role. Australia's accelerating investment in AI infrastructure, cloud services and digital connectivity is creating a long-term pipeline of hyperscale data centre developments. As part of our growing Data Centre business, you'll benefit from: - A strong pipeline of future mission-critical and data centre projects. - Long-term career progression opportunities within UGL and CPB Contractors. - Exposure to nationally significant infrastructure programs. - Leadership development and internal mobility pathways. - Access to global expertise and international project networks through the ACS Group. - Opportunities to build a career across Australia and internationally. ## Next Steps / How to Apply If you're ready to take the next step in your commercial career and help deliver the infrastructure powering Australia's digital future, we'd love to hear from you As part of the recruitment process, checks may be conducted including right to work, reference checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, and criminal background checks (as relevant to the role).