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Downer·1 month ago
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Subcontracts Lead

North Ryde, AustraliaContractRemoteSenior · 6-10 yearsContract Manager

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  • subcontracting
  • commercial management
  • contract management
  • procurement

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What you'll do

  • Lead subcontracting activities across major infrastructure and utility projects.
  • Develop subcontracting strategies.
  • Lead commercial negotiations.
  • Manage contractual risk.
  • Ensure contracts are established in line with project objectives and governance requirements.
  • Work closely with procurement, commercial, legal, engineering and project delivery teams to drive strong commercial outcomes and support successful project delivery.

What they're looking for

  • Significant experience in subcontracting, procurement, commercial management or contract management within major infrastructure, energy, utilities or construction projects.
  • A strong understanding of Australian construction contracts and commercial risk allocation.
  • Proven experience reviewing contractual departures and leading commercial negotiations.
  • The ability to develop subcontracting strategies that support project delivery and commercial objectives.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement skills with experience working across legal, commercial, procurement and delivery teams.
  • Exceptional communication, influencing and relationship management capabilities.
  • A tertiary qualification in Law, Commerce or a related discipline.

Nice to have

  • An MBA or equivalent will be highly regarded.

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## About the Company Downer's Energy & Utilities business delivers critical infrastructure services across the power, gas, water and renewable sectors. We work with our customers to design, build and maintain the essential networks that connect communities and support Australia's future growth. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and able to contribute their best. ## About the Role We are seeking an experienced Subcontracts Lead to join our Energy & Utilities business. This opportunity can be based in Sydney, Brisbane or Melbourne. In this role you will lead subcontracting activities across major infrastructure and utility projects. You will be responsible for developing subcontracting strategies, leading commercial negotiations, managing contractual risk, and ensuring contracts are established in line with project objectives and governance requirements. This is a key role that works closely with procurement, commercial, legal, engineering and project delivery teams to drive strong commercial outcomes and support successful project delivery. ## What We're Looking For - Significant experience in subcontracting, procurement, commercial management or contract management within major infrastructure, energy, utilities or construction projects. - A strong understanding of Australian construction contracts and commercial risk allocation. - Proven experience reviewing contractual departures and leading commercial negotiations. - The ability to develop subcontracting strategies that support project delivery and commercial objectives. - Strong stakeholder engagement skills with experience working across legal, commercial, procurement and delivery teams. - Exceptional communication, influencing and relationship management capabilities. - A tertiary qualification in Law, Commerce or a related discipline. An MBA or equivalent will be highly regarded. ## What We Offer - Flexible working arrangements and WFH opportunities - Competitive remuneration and benefits - Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities - Exposure to some of Australia's largest energy and infrastructure projects - A safety focused and inclusive culture that values diversity, innovation and teamwork ## About Energy & Utilities Downer's Energy & Utilities business delivers critical infrastructure services across the power, gas, water and renewable sectors. We work with our customers to design, build and maintain the essential networks that connect communities and support Australia's future growth. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and able to contribute their best. ## How to Apply Click Apply and submit your resume and cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the role. Downer is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people living with disability and people from diverse cultural backgrounds.

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Downer
North Ryde, Australia

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