Head of Commercial & Contracts - Defence & Infrastructure

The Shadbolt Group; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Shadbolt Group is seeking an experienced Commercial & Contracts Lead to drive and support all commercial and contractual outcomes across engineering, fabrication, construction and infrastructure projects. The role spans contract development, variations, claims, project revenue and margin monitoring, tender submissions, and commercial reporting.

Prospective candidates will bring a hands-on, project/ commercially-minded approach with construction industry experience and the ability to

Qualifications

• Approximately 5 years’ experience in Commercial and/or Contract Administration.
• Experience supporting project budgets, contract documentation, variations, claims and tender submissions.
• Understanding of construction project delivery, subcontractors and project cost control.
• Exposure to Australian Standard contracts or bespoke construction contracts is desirable.
• Experience in Defence, energy, infrastructure or industrial projects will be highly regarded.
• Strong construction project administration experience and readiness to progress into commercial management.

Responsibilities

• Contract Administration
• Variations and Claims
• Project Cost Control and Commercial Reporting
• Tender and Procurement Support
• Commercial Coordination and Stakeholder Support
• Compliance and Governance

Skills

Contract Administration

Commercial Management

Cost Control

Tender Submissions

Stakeholder Management

Education

Qualifications in Legal, Commerce, Business, Construction Management, Engineering or related discipline

Job description

The Shadbolt Group is seeking an experienced Commercial & Contracts Lead to drive and support all commercial and contractual outcomes across engineering, fabrication, construction and infrastructure projects. The role spans contract development, variations, claims, project revenue and margin monitoring, tender submissions, and commercial reporting.

Prospective candidates will bring a hands-on, project/ commercially-minded approach with construction industry experience and the ability to