Downer
Leading provider of integrated services across Australia and New Zealand, delivering infrastructure solutions.
Commercial Manager
Manage contracts, procurement, risk and stakeholder coordination for defence projects.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Manage contract and procurement lifecycle, including development, execution, variations, and procurement strategies aligned with statements of work. • Create commercial artefacts and documentation such as request/approval packs, tender evaluation plans, negotiation directives, and sustainment support documents. • Oversee service request and change proposal processes, handling survey and quote submissions and contract change proposals. • Provide commercial advice, identify and mitigate risks, and conduct supplier performance and compliance reviews. • Coordinate with procurement, legal, finance, and technical teams to ensure integrated delivery of commercial services. • Work on critical Defence projects that protect Australia’s future.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸contract management
- ▸procurement
- ▸documentation
- ▸service requests
- ▸risk mitigation
- ▸team coordination
What You Bring
The role requires you to hold and maintain a minimum Negative Vetting 1 security clearance, with potential ITAR compliance requirements depending on the project. Beyond technical skills, we value a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high‑quality outcomes for our clients. • Proven end‑to‑end procurement and contract management experience, including ASDEFCON‑based strategies and contract variations. • Expertise in preparing commercial artefacts, request/approval documents, negotiation directives, and liability risk assessments. • Strong stakeholder engagement and cross‑functional collaboration with legal, finance, engineering, and project teams. • Ability to interpret CASG policies, manage commercial risks, and ensure compliance with Defence procurement frameworks and ANAO recommendations. • Experience overseeing supplier performance, AIC and WHS compliance, and supporting audit readiness.
Requirements
- ▸procurement
- ▸contract management
- ▸asdefcon
- ▸nv1 clearance
- ▸itar
- ▸stakeholder
Benefits
As a WORK180 Endorsed Employer, we support flexible work arrangements, inclusive leadership, equitable access to opportunity, and provide recruitment support or adjustments as needed. • Access career mapping, accelerated learning programs, and Communities of Practice. • Enjoy discounts on healthcare, retail, vehicles, and more via Perks@Downer. • Up to 20 days of Reservist Leave and support for veterans.
Work Environment
Onsite