Downer’s Rail & Transit Systems is the leading rail business in Australia, with expertise in delivering whole-of-life asset management support to our customers. With over 155 years of rail experience, we deliver innovative transport solutions that keep communities moving.
We’re proud to be delivering the Queensland Train Manufacturing Program (QTMP) , and we’re looking for the best people to help make it happen.
QTMP involves the design, manufacture and maintenance of 65 new six-car passenger trains to support Cross River Rail and the 2032 Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games. These trains will be built at a new, purpose-built facility in Torbanlea on the Fraser Coast.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Senior Commercial Contracts Administrator provides technical contracts administration and oversight for commercial activities within the allocated projects, reporting to the Senior Commercial Manager with a delegation to support projects in delivery.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Administration of upstream Head Contract and downstream Supply/Subcontracts including but not limited to:

• Maximise contract revenue recovery
• Prepare and review contract notices and variations for internal review
• Maintain commercial registers
• Ensure performance and delivery of project scope
• Assess event impacts, manage claims and extensions of time (EOTs)
• Support accurate progress claims, forecasting, and reporting
• Follow contract manuals and lead change management, including design changes
• Coordinate prompt issuance of subcontracts and supply contracts, ensuring compliance
• Drive contract management processes, including variation and change claims
• Collaborate with internal teams (procurement, finance, legal, controls)

• Assist in negotiations and dispute resolution; provide data for upstream claimsPrepare summaries and reports for Leadership and Executive teams as required