Senior Contracts Manager – Major Energy Projects

Elecnor; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Elecnor is seeking a Contracts Manager in Melbourne to lead commercial and contractual matters for OHTL subcontracts across the project lifecycle. You will drive risk management, contract administration, and favorable commercial outcomes on major Australian infrastructure projects.

The role requires strong leadership, negotiation skills, and the ability to guide Project Commercial Managers, Commercial teams, and cross-functional stakeholders in a dynamic energy construction environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years’ experience in the engineering and construction industry.
• 7+ years’ experience in Contracts Manager or Commercial Manager roles on major projects.
• Strong experience managing subcontract packages in lump sum or high-risk environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage subcontract commercial and contractual matters across project delivery.
• Lead strategy for variations, claims, extensions of time, and entitlements.
• Oversee head contract administration to optimise project commercial outcomes.
• Lead resolution and negotiation of subcontractor claims and disputes.
• Manage preparation, submission, and close-out of variations and claims.
• Support cost control, forecasting, and project financial performance reporting.
• Provide commercial and contractual advice aligned with legislation and contract requirements.
• Mentor Contracts Administrators and Senior Contracts Administrators.
• Collaborate with project functions including engineering, procurement, finance, HSSE, and project controls.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Contract management

Leadership

Negotiation & stakeholder mgmt

Education

Engineering / QS / Law / CM&E degree

Job description

Elecnor is seeking a Contracts Manager in Melbourne to lead commercial and contractual matters for OHTL subcontracts across the project lifecycle. You will drive risk management, contract administration, and favorable commercial outcomes on major Australian infrastructure projects.

The role requires strong leadership, negotiation skills, and the ability to guide Project Commercial Managers, Commercial teams, and cross-functional stakeholders in a dynamic energy construction environment.