Senior Commercial & Contracts Lead - Major Rail Projects

Queensland Rail Limited

Brisbane

On-site

AUD 180,000 - 230,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Queensland Rail Limited seeks a Manager Commercial & Contracts Major Project to lead the commercial and contractual aspects of MPI-delivered initiatives in Brisbane. You will influence governance, manage complex government contracts and provide strategic direction across major growth projects ahead of events like the Olympics 2032.

The role is fixed-term until 31 December 2029, based in Brisbane, reporting into the Major Projects Integration team.

Qualifications

Knowledge of governing legislation, regulatory and contractual requirements in a government environment.
Strong negotiation, implementation and ongoing management of government and commercial arrangements.
Strategic, conceptual, analytical, collaborative and influencing skills.
Experience in a project environment.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including DTMR, Delivery Authorities and internal departments.
Lead negotiations and governance obligations.
Provide detailed analysis and advice on best practice to support strategic decision making.
Provide leadership to team members and act as escalation point on contractual and commercial matters.
Manage legislative, contractual, governance and regulatory compliance across major projects to mitigate risk and realise benefits.
Support asset handover processes to meet Queensland Rail requirements.