Senior Contracts & Commercial Manager - 12-Month Contract

AE Smith SA; Sydney; On-site; AUD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AE Smith in Sydney (Artarmon) is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager or Contracts Manager for a 12-month fixed-term maternity leave contract. You will work with the Head of Commercial to develop strategies, strengthen contract management and protect the organisation’s contractual and financial interests.

This is a senior role offering an opportunity to transition to permanent employment; you will review terms, negotiate with clients and subcontractors, mentor team members and drive

Qualifications

• At least four years’ senior commercial or contract management experience.
• Tertiary qualification in commercial management, law or related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of the Australian construction market.
• Experience reviewing and negotiating head contracts and subcontract agreements.
• Experience preparing and managing contractual claims and notices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide commercial advice across head contracts, projects and service agreements.
• Review and negotiate contract terms with clients, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Prepare and review contractual notices, time claims, cost claims and supporting documentation.
• Manage contract administration, claims, disputes and commercial risk.
• Develop commercial strategies that protect entitlements and support business objectives.
• Implement project performance measures and commercial controls.
• Monitor budgets, expenditure and financial performance.
• Identify commercial risks and recommend practical mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate with internal and external legal advisers as required.
• Build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
• Mentor team members and strengthen commercial capability across the business.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity and commercial outcomes.
• Promote a proactive safety culture and model responsible workplace behaviours.

Skills

Contract management

Contract negotiation

Financial analysis

Australian construction market

Stakeholder influence

Education

Commercial management degree

Law degree (advantage)

Job description

AE Smith in Sydney (Artarmon) is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager or Contracts Manager for a 12-month fixed-term maternity leave contract. You will work with the Head of Commercial to develop strategies, strengthen contract management and protect the organisation’s contractual and financial interests.

This is a senior role offering an opportunity to transition to permanent employment; you will review terms, negotiate with clients and subcontractors, mentor team members and drive