Defence Contracts Lead: Strategy, Risk & Delivery

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 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.