Shape the commercial success of Australia's next generation of digital infrastructure
The rapid growth of AI, cloud computing and digital connectivity is driving unprecedented investment in hyperscale data centres across Australia.
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 Commercial Manager to join our growing Data Centre team.
This is an opportunity to lead the commercial delivery of complex, high‐value projects while building a long-term career with one of Australia's strongest integrated infrastructure delivery businesses.
Drawing on the combined strengths of UGL, CPB Contractors and the global ACS Group, you'll play a key role in supporting the infrastructure powering the digital economy.
Why Join Us?
What sets us apart is our integrated UGL + CPB Contractors model.
By combining UGL's expertise in engineering, commissioning and infrastructure services with CPB Contractors' market‐leading construction capability, we deliver seamless end‐to‐end solutions across the project lifecycle.
As part of the global ACS Group, you'll be supported by industry‐leading systems, capability and a long‐term pipeline of mission‐critical projects across Australia and internationally.
The Opportunity
As Senior Commercial Manager, you will lead the commercial strategy, governance and financial performance of major data centre projects from contract award through to final completion.
You will provide commercial leadership across project teams, ensuring robust contract administration, proactive risk management and robust financial outcomes while supporting the successful delivery of complex mission‐critical infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the administration of head contracts and high‐value M&E; and trade subcontracts
Manage contract compliance, variations, claims and dispute resolution processes
Partner with project leadership teams to enhance project profitability and commercial outcomes
Identify and mitigate commercial risks while supporting project delivery objectives
Develop strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and key stakeholders
About You
We're looking for a commercially astute leader with experience delivering complex construction or infrastructure projects.




You will bring:
Significant experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior Commercial Manager with projects in data centres, hospitals, defence facilities, airports, laboratories or large‐scale commercial developments will be highly regarded.
Strong experience managing GMP and large‐scale project contracts
Demonstrated expertise in contract management, commercial governance and financial performance management
Proven capability in subcontract procurement, negotiation and administration
Strong stakeholder engagement, leadership and influencing skills
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 programmes
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
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).
UGL is CIMIC Group's specialist end‐to‐end engineering, services and operations provider, with a rich history dating back to **** and now a market leader in many of the sectors in which it operates.
Working with some of the most important companies and governments in Australia and globally, UGL helps to play a role in people's lives every day.
UGL keeps Australia moving through its transport manufacturing, maintenance and operations offering,



and supports the energy sector through its renewables, power generation, resources and transmission operations.
We are a trusted sustainability solutions partner for our clients, and we are passionate about keeping our people safe.
UGL is CIMIC Group's specialist end‐to‐end engineering, services and operations provider, with a rich history dating back to **** and now a market leader in many of the sectors in which it operates.
Working with some of the most important companies and governments in Australia and globally, UGL helps to play a role in people's lives every day.
UGL keeps Australia moving through its transport manufacturing, maintenance and operations offering, and supports the energy sector through its renewables, power generation, resources and transmission operations.
We are a trusted sustainability solutions partner for our clients, and we are passionate about keeping our people safe.
UGL is CIMIC Group's specialist end‐to‐end engineering, services and operations provider, with a rich history dating back to **** and now a market leader in many of the sectors in which it operates.
Working with some of the most significant companies and governments in Australia and globally, UGL helps to play a role in people's lives every day.
UGL keeps Australia moving through its transport manufacturing, maintenance and operations offering, and supports the energy sector through its renewables, power generation, resources and transmission operations.
We are a trusted sustainability solutions partner for our clients, and we are passionate about keeping our people safe.
UGL is CIMIC Group's specialist end‐to‐end engineering, services and operations provider, with a rich history dating back to **** and now a market leader in many of the sectors in which it operates.
Working with some of the most key companies and governments in Australia and globally, UGL helps to play a role in people's lives every day.
UGL keeps Australia moving through its transport manufacturing, maintenance and operations offering, and supports the energy sector through its renewables, power generation, resources and transmission operations.
We are a trusted sustainability solutions partner for our clients, and we are passionate about keeping our people safe.
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📌 Senior Commercial Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 UGL – Projects-Major Projects
📍 Melbourne