Procurement & Contracts Manager - Infrastructure Projects

Downer; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pivotal role in energy transition

Opportunities to work on landmark projects

Innovative and collaborative team environment

Job summary

A leading infrastructure company in Australia is seeking a Procurement & Contracts Manager to oversee high-value procurement for major infrastructure projects within the utilities sector. The role involves leading procurement activities, negotiating contracts, and managing international supply chains. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in contracts management and strong commercial acumen. This position offers the opportunity to work on landmark projects that contribute significantly to Australia's energy transition.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in high-value procurement and contracts management for major infrastructure projects.
• Expertise in complex subcontracting, international supply chains, and long-lead procurement.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to manage risk in high-complexity environments.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement and subcontracting activity for bids, tenders, and mobilisation.
• Develop procurement strategies, plans, and tender returnable.
• Source and contract subcontract packages across civil, electrical, and specialist disciplines.
• Negotiate contracts and prepare award recommendations for senior leadership.

Skills

High-value procurement management

Contracts management

Stakeholder engagement

Commercial acumen

Job description

A leading infrastructure company in Australia is seeking a Procurement & Contracts Manager to oversee high-value procurement for major infrastructure projects within the utilities sector. The role involves leading procurement activities, negotiating contracts, and managing international supply chains. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in contracts management and strong commercial acumen. This position offers the opportunity to work on landmark projects that contribute significantly to Australia's energy transition.