Contracts Manager

The Project

HumeLink West Project

Two CIMIC Group companies, UGL and CPB Contractors have been selected by Transgrid to deliver the 130km western section of the HumeLink high voltage electricity transmission project.

HumeLink is a new 500kV transmission project which will connect Wagga Wagga, Maragle and Bannaby in regional NSW that will significantly increase the capacity of the electricity network in Australia’s eastern states. HumeLink is one of Australia’s largest energy infrastructure projects, with about 365kms of proposed new transmission lines and a range of other new and upgraded infrastructure.

The HumeLink West scope of works, worth $1.4bn, includes delivery of new 500kV double circuit transmission lines spanning 130kms from Wagga Wagga Substation to a new Substation at Gugaa, the Interface Point with HumeLink East near Gundagai and a new substation at Maragle in the Snowy Mountains for future connection to Snowy 2.0.  

The opportunity

Reporting to a Commercial Manager, the role will be responsible for managing the commercial and contractual obligations of Subcontracts.

Please note this role will be based in Sydney for the duration of the project supporting the HumeLink West delivery team.

Key Accountabilities

• Develop and implement frameworks, strategies, systems and solutions to conduct the contract management function and enhance Subcontractors relationships and outcomes in accordance with contractual and legal compliance requirements
• Develop and execute detailed Contract Management Plans, including establishing KPIs and governance structures, risk identification and mitigation, monitoring variations, performance benefits tracking, outcome reporting and intervening, where necessary to achieve the objectives of the contract.
• Provide sound advice to commercial team professionals and stakeholders on the formulation of contract clauses and strategies to manage supplier performance and development, improve future contract outcomes and build the overall effectiveness of the procurement function
• Establish and maintain stakeholder and supplier relationships to identify and minimise risk, resolve issues as they arise and maximise value from the contract
• Prepare and assist with complex and sensitive negotiations for contract variations, contract renewals and claims/disputes to deliver better procurement outcomes and mitigate commercial risks
• Provide direction and effective management of the contract management function to deliver high quality contract management services to the organisation and to build the overall effectiveness of the procurement function
• Assist with contract negotiations and approval of departures in a timely manner.

About You

To be successful you will have:

• Relevant tertiary qualification
• 8-10 years’ experience in commercial and contractual aspects of construction projects
• Sound change management and dispute resolution experience across major projects
• Strong risk management experience with an ability to assist in evaluating identified risks/opportunities and development of agreed strategies and management plans to mitigate risk
• Demonstrated financial management and budgeting skills
• Extensive experience in subcontract interpretation, compliance and governance and managing contractual disputes

The successful candidate will be required to hold a current Construction Industry Induction Card (White Card or equivalent) and undergo a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing) prior to commencement.

Where applicable, evidence of tertiary qualifications and proof of right to work will be required prior to successful appointment.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support women in construction, Indigenous advancement and participation and encourage people of all cultural backgrounds to apply.

We’re always looking for ways to make UGL and CPB Contractors a more rewarding place to work and offer a unique set of benefits, including:

• A rewarding career where we support your development, training and promote from within.
• Opportunities across all construction sectors so that there is always an opportunity suitable for the next stage in your career.
• Competitive remuneration and excellent benefits including a health and wellbeing program, discount portal and company-funded salary continuance insurance.
• Flexible work arrangements and a culture that values diversity and innovation.

Please note: This role is being sourced through UGL and CPB Contractors directly and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies.