Senior Contracts Manager, Construction Projects

DCOH; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

DCOH is seeking a Darwin-based Senior Contracts Manager to oversee the full contract lifecycle on the Darwin Civic Centre Project. You will manage procurement strategies, negotiate terms, and mitigate commercial risks while supporting cost control, compliance, and successful project outcomes.

The role requires a degree in Construction or Engineering and at least 5 years in senior contracts management within construction, with strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a senior contracts management role within the construction industry.
• Strong experience in contract negotiation, administration, procurement, risk management.
• Proven ability to manage commercial risks, disputes and regulatory requirements.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Led teams and managed stakeholders across complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full contract lifecycle from tendering and award through to execution and finalisation.
• Provide advice on contract terms, variations, claims management and compliance.
• Oversee head contracts and subcontracts to ensure obligations are met.
• Develop and implement contract management systems to monitor deliverables and performance.
• Coordinate procurement strategies and manage subcontractor activities and cost control.
• Prepare commercial reports and project performance information.
• Foster collaboration with project teams, suppliers and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Stakeholder mgmt

Communication

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Construction/Engineering

Tools

JobPac

MS Office

Job description

DCOH is seeking a Darwin-based Senior Contracts Manager to oversee the full contract lifecycle on the Darwin Civic Centre Project. You will manage procurement strategies, negotiate terms, and mitigate commercial risks while supporting cost control, compliance, and successful project outcomes.

The role requires a degree in Construction or Engineering and at least 5 years in senior contracts management within construction, with strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.