Senior Contracts Manager

CPB Contractors QLD & PNG; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Site-based roster 5/2

Leadership development

Job summary

CPB Contractors is seeking a Senior Contracts Manager to lead the commercial and contractual management of major project packages on a Queensland digital infrastructure project. The role reports to the Commercial Manager and focuses on protecting commercial interests, risk management, and successful delivery from procurement through to completion.

The role is on-site in Queensland with a 5 days on / 2 days off roster, offering leadership across project teams and mentorship for Contracts Managers

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in senior contract roles within major projects.
• Strong procurement, contract administration and risk management knowledge.
• Proven record of managing complex subcontract packages and supplier agreements.
• Excellent negotiation and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial and contractual management of major project packages from procurement through final account.
• Develop and implement commercial strategies to maximise project value.
• Manage subcontract procurement, tendering, evaluation, negotiation and awards.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Leadership

Negotiation

Contract management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying or related

Tools

AS4000

AS4902

AS2124

Job description

CPB Contractors is seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Manager to join a major digital infrastructure project in Queensland.

This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for the commercial and contractual management of major project packages across a complex, high-value construction project. As a senior member of the commercial leadership team, you will play a critical role in protecting the project's commercial interests, managing contractual risk, and driving successful project outcomes from procurement through to final completion.

Based on site in Queensland, this position operates on a 5 days on / 2 days off roster and offers the opportunity to contribute to a large-scale project that will support Australia's growing digital infrastructure network.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Commercial Manager, the Senior Contracts Manager will lead the administration and management of major subcontract and supplier agreements across key project work packages.

Working closely with project management, engineering, procurement, project controls, and construction teams, you will provide strategic commercial advice, support critical business decisions, and ensure contractual obligations are effectively managed throughout the project lifecycle.

This role requires a commercially astute professional with strong leadership capabilities and extensive experience delivering major construction projects within complex contractual environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial and contractual management of major project packages from procurement through to final account settlement.
• Develop and implement commercial strategies that support project objectives and maximise value.
• Manage subcontract procurement activities, including tendering, evaluation, negotiation, and award recommendations.
• Administer subcontract agreements and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Identify, assess, and manage commercial and contractual risks across the project.
• Lead the preparation, assessment, negotiation, and resolution of variations, claims, and commercial disputes.
• Monitor subcontractor performance, contract compliance, and commercial outcomes.
• Support project budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and financial reporting activities.
• Provide contractual advice and commercial support to project leadership and delivery teams.
• Review and assess extension of time claims, variations, and entitlement submissions.
• Ensure compliance with CPB Contractors' governance frameworks, policies, and commercial procedures.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and project stakeholders.
• Mentor and develop Contracts Managers, Contract Administrators, and emerging commercial professionals across the project.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• Demonstrated experience as a Senior Contracts Manager, Contracts Manager, Commercial Manager, or Senior Contract Administrator within a major project environment.
• Strong understanding of procurement, contract administration, commercial management, and project risk principles.
• Proven experience managing complex subcontract packages and supplier agreements.
• Exceptional negotiation, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong commercial acumen and financial management capability.
• Experience working within fast-paced, multidisciplinary project environments.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Previous experience delivering data centre, industrial, mission-critical, energy, or infrastructure projects.
• Experience working for a Tier 1 contractor or major builder.
• Strong knowledge of Australian Standard contracts including AS4000, AS4902, and AS2124.
• Experience managing high-value subcontract packages and complex commercial interfaces.
• Understanding of claims management, dispute resolution, and commercial risk mitigation strategies.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, Commerce, Law, or a related discipline.

Why Join CPB Contractors?

Build Your Career with Industry Leaders

• Contribute to a major digital infrastructure project in Queensland.
• Join one of Australia’s leading contractors and a member of the CIMIC Group.
• Play a key leadership role in the commercial success of a nationally significant project.
• Work alongside experienced project and commercial leaders delivering complex construction outcomes.
• Long-term career opportunities across CPB Contractors and the CIMIC Group.
• Benefit from structured leadership development and career progression pathways.
• Be part of a culture that values safety, collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
• Competitive remuneration and site-based 5 days on / 2 days off working arrangements.

Diversity and Inclusion

We particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQ+ community, mature workers, Veterans and active-duty armed forces personnel, and people of all cultural backgrounds.

At CPB Contractors, we believe diverse teams deliver stronger outcomes and create a workplace where everyone can thrive.

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CPB Contractors is Australia’s leading contractor and the largest construction company in our region. We design and build infrastructure across all key sectors, including roads, rail, tunneling, defence, building and resources infrastructure, and we’re proud to be constructing Australia’s future. Today, we’re part of the CIMIC Group our region’s premier construction, mining, services and public private partnerships group with operations in NZ, PNG, the Americas and Asia. Our people are project and outcomes focused, and safety is our company’s first priority. We’re proud to be recognised as an innovative leader in eliminating critical risk on our sites.

CPB Contractors is Australia’s leading contractor and the largest construction company in our region. We design and build infrastructure across all key sectors, including roads, rail, tunneling, defence, building and resources infrastructure, and we’re proud to be constructing Australia’s future. Today, we’re part of the CIMIC Group our region’s premier construction, mining, services and public private partnerships group with operations in NZ, PNG, the Americas and Asia. Our people are project and outcomes focused, and safety is our company’s first priority. We’re proud to be recognised as an innovative leader in eliminating critical risk on our sites.

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