Contracts Manager - Defence (CASG)

RCD Consulting Pty Ltd; Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40-hour work week with time-off-in-lie

Annual training allowance of $10,000

Generous leave provisions including 3x

Flat organisational structure

Career and salary progression based on

Job summary

RCD Consulting Pty Ltd is seeking experienced contract and commercial management professionals to support Defence teams with contractual obligations, supplier performance, and commercial risk. Canberra-based candidates are preferred, with interstate applicants considered based on engagement requirements.

The role emphasizes practical contract administration, clear commercial advice, and coordination with Commonwealth stakeholders. Defence experience, especially with CASG, is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Extensive contract management experience in Defence or government programs.
• Experience administering complex contracts such as ASDEFCON.
• Strong knowledge of Commonwealth Procurement Rules and probity.
• Ability to provide commercial advice and engage with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain contract management plans, registers and records.
• Monitor contractor performance and compliance with obligations.
• Provide commercial advice on risk, interpretation and action.
• Prepare CCPs and supporting documentation (scope, cost, risk).
• Prepare and manage S&Q tasks with supporting approvals.
• Support contract negotiations, variations and dispute resolution with specialists.
• Review invoices and monitor contract expenditure.
• Prepare commercial briefs and ensure compliance with Defence requirements.
• Maintain NV1+ Australian Government security clearance.
• Demonstrate substantial contract management experience in complex environments.
• Administer ASDEFCON or equivalent contracts and supplier performance.
• Understand Commonwealth Procurement Rules, probity and governance.

Skills

Commercial judgement

Written communication

Stakeholder engagement

Defence industry knowledge

Contract management

Education

Relevant qualifications in contract management, procurement, commerce, business or law

Tools

ASDEFCON

Job description

RCD Consulting is a veteran-owned consultancy supporting Defence. We are seeking experienced contract and commercial management professionals to help Defence teams manage contractual obligations, supplier performance and commercial risk.

The work will involve practical contract administration, clear commercial advice and coordination with Commonwealth stakeholders and industry. Defence experience is highly valued, particularly experience working within CASG or providing above-the-line commercial support.

Canberra-based candidates are preferred. Interstate candidates are also encouraged to apply, with location and working arrangements considered against the requirements of each engagement.

Benefits in Our Team

• A guaranteed 40-hour work week—any additional hours you choose to work are returned as time-off-in-lieu or paid at your hourly rate
• Focus on your core role—no staff supervision, no compulsory tender writing and no forced “team fun”
• Influence over the roles and capabilities you work on
• A $10,000 annual training allowance for professional development, certifications and courses
• Generous bonus leave provisions (including three extra leave days each Christmas)
• A completely flat organisational structure—everyone from new entrants to 40-year veterans are equal
• Career and salary progression tied directly to your skills and achievements, not internal competition

Key responsibilities

• develop and maintain contract management plans, registers and supporting records
• monitor and report on contractor performance, contractual obligations, milestones and deliverables
• provide commercial advice on contract interpretation, risks and issues, and recommend appropriate action
• prepare contract change proposals (CCPs) and supporting documentation, including assessments of scope, cost and commercial risk
• prepare and manage survey and quote (S&Q) tasks, including quotation review and supporting approval documentation
• support contract negotiations, variations and the resolution of contractual claims and disputes, working with relevant specialists
• review invoices and milestone payment documentation, and monitor contract expenditure and financial commitments
• prepare commercial briefs, approval submissions and contract review material, maintaining compliance with Commonwealth and Defence requirements.
• a current Australian Government security clearance of NV1 or higher
• substantial commercial or contract management experience in a complex environment
• practical experience administering ASDEFCON or equivalent complex contracts, including contract change proposals and supplier performance management
• sound understanding of Commonwealth Procurement Rules, probity and commercial governance requirements
• strong commercial judgement, written communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and work independently.

Highly desirable

• direct Defence or CASG experience, particularly providing commercial advice and contract management support to Commonwealth teams
• experience preparing and managing S&Q tasks under Defence contracts
• relevant qualifications in contract management, procurement, commerce, business or law.