Commercial Administrator

Job Description

The Commercial Administrator supports project commercial and contract-management activities, including maintaining records, preparing reports, tracking variations, processing invoices, monitoring purchase orders, and assisting with claims, forecasts, and cost reconciliation. The role generally requires administrative or commercial experience, strong attention to detail, good written and verbal communication, and confidence using Microsoft Office and project or financial systems. Experience in construction, infrastructure, engineering, or resources is highly valued. Candidates are expected to work collaboratively with project managers, subcontractors, suppliers, and finance teams, meet deadlines, maintain accurate documentation, and handle commercially sensitive information professionally. Familiarity with contracts, procurement processes, and project controls would be advantageous.

Company Info

UGL is a major Australian engineering, construction, maintenance, and asset-services company and part of the CIMIC Group. It delivers complex projects and long-term operational services across transport, rail, power, renewable energy, water, resources, defence, communications, and industrial infrastructure. UGL works with government and private-sector clients throughout Australia and supports assets across their full lifecycle, from design and construction through to maintenance and upgrades. The company employs a large, multidisciplinary workforce, including engineers, project managers, tradespeople, technicians, commercial professionals, and corporate support teams. Its work is typically project-based and safety-focused, with an emphasis on reliable delivery, collaboration, sustainability, and technical capability. A Commercial Administrator at UGL would generally support project teams with contract administration, commercial records, reporting, procurement coordination, and financial controls.

Destination Guide

Australia offers strong opportunities in infrastructure, construction, engineering, resources, energy, transport, healthcare, technology, and professional services. Major employment centres include Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, and regional project locations. Workplace culture is generally practical, collaborative, safety-conscious, and comparatively informal, with an emphasis on clear communication and work-life balance. Lifestyle varies from vibrant city living to coastal, regional, and outdoor-focused communities; housing and commuting costs can be high in major cities. Skilled workers may explore employer-sponsored visas, the Skilled Independent or State Nominated visa, and temporary graduate or working holiday pathways where eligible. Requirements depend on occupation, qualifications, English ability, experience, age, and health and character checks. Relocating usually requires budgeting for accommodation, transport, health insurance, and initial living expenses. Check current visa rules through Australia’s Department of Home Affairs.