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Your career with UGL can be diverse, challenging and rewarding. We give you opportunities to grow, back yourself and achieve. At each stage in your career, UGL provides scope to work with, and learn from, the best. We create pathways for you to succeed, and the space for you to carve your own journey. UGL has a strategic partnership with the Department of Defence across the Defence Fuels Network for Fuels Management, Asset Management, Operations and Maintenance. We are recruiting an experienced Contract Performance Manager to join our business in what is an exciting and unique opportunity to work in Australias Defence environment and support national security requirements of the Nation. The Opportunity The Contract Performance Manager is responsible for the implementation, management and oversight of the Fuel Network Contract (FNC) Contractual performance obligations. Key responsibilities: Responsible for the oversight, implementation and ongoing management of the Performance Measurement Framework (PMF) and associated reporting systems for the Contract. Management of the At Risk Amount (ARA), Performance Incentive Fee (PIF) and reconciliation of performance with the finance team for required billing processes Development and integration of best practice metrics and data analysis methods that embed transparent and data driven decision making within the contracts reporting cycles Coordinate through annual planning and data item owners, the maintenance and upkeep of the Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) Coordinate and facilitate the management of Contract Change Proposals (CCPs) inclusive of interfacing with the Commonwealths Contract Management team Overall ownership and coordination of the CIEP (Continuous Improvement) process and UGL divisional and line of business priorities delivering efficiencies and continual improvement Provide overall management and Contract Status Accounting for Contract Data. Lead and support the Cost Control team in control and management of the DFN MCC Contract Price (Price Book) Ensure Contract Price CBS elements are being managed, monitored and reported on within the approved budget parameters and approvals for the contract Preparation of Contract budgets and forecasts for the required Contract Status Reports and Annual Business Plan cycles (ABP) cycles Manage the establishment of the cost reporting and estimating capabilities on the Project, as well as accurate and timely, cost and time forecasting and reporting. Actively look for opportunities to engineer improvement in cost management. Liaise with Defence finance personnel in the management of the contracts budget Support the establishment of pricing new scope items and organic growth opportunities that are to be amended to the Contract. Provide oversight and support to the FNC Finance Manager and accounting team in the effective management of finance inclusive of forecasting, cash forecasting, margin analysis, accurate monthly reporting of the status of the Contract to the Project Director Ensure Work In Progress (WIP) and Accounts Receivables (cash) are managed effectively in line with policy and contractual payment terms across the Contract Work internally and with Defence Finance to ensure all applicable costs and commitments are effectively recovered within the requirements of the Contract Ensure the Contracts financial performance is within approved and agreed targets. Ideal attributes The following Ideal attributes are highly desired, but if you do not tick all the boxes, you could still be a great fit. Please apply, all applications will be considered. Legal and/or Accounting and/or Contract Management background 10 years experience in a similar position, Defence experience desirable but not essential SAP (finance module and PM module) software experience is desirable Experience in Power BI and Microsoft suite of tools essential Must hold Australian Citizenship in order to obtain NV1 Security Clearance Next Steps Follow the instructions on this advert to express interest in this opportunity. As part of the recruitment process, there are several checks which may be conducted to demonstrate the suitability of an applicant for a role including criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, right to work checks, and reference checks. Visit www.ugllimited.com/work-with-us and discover how you can Unite with the Very Best. Job Reference: 264071 Why Join UGL? Flexible work options Discounts with major retailers Private health insurance offers, wellness program and discounts Leadership & Mentoring Programs Education assistance Salary continuance insurance and Novated car leasing 16 weeks of primary carer leave, and 3 weeks partner leave 9000 employees. 20,000 development activities for employees each year. Diversity & Inclusion at UGL We embrace diversity and are committed to a supportive, inclusive workplace. Our initiatives include: Pay equity and eco-friendly practices. Community support and charitable causes Female leadership, sponsorship, and inclusion programs Empowering programs for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Australians We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and abilities. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know during the recruitment process.