Strategic Subcontracts Lead for Infrastructure (Flexible/WFH)

Downer; Ryde; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Remuneration

Professional development

Large projects exposure

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Downer is seeking an experienced Subcontracts Lead to join our Energy & Utilities team. This role can be based in Sydney, Brisbane or Melbourne, working with procurement, commercial, legal and delivery teams to secure optimal subcontracting outcomes.

You will lead subcontracting strategies, negotiate contracts, manage risk and ensure governance-aligned agreements across major infrastructure and utility projects, driving successful delivery and value for our clients.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in subcontracting, procurement, commercial management or contract management within major infrastructure, energy, utilities or construction projects.
• A strong understanding of Australian construction contracts and commercial risk allocation.
• Proven experience reviewing contractual departures and leading commercial negotiations.
• The ability to develop subcontracting strategies that support project delivery and commercial objectives.
• Strong stakeholder engagement across legal, commercial, procurement and delivery teams.
• Exceptional communication, influencing and relationship management capabilities.
• A tertiary qualification in Law, Commerce or a related discipline; MBA highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead subcontracting activities across major infrastructure and utility projects.
• Develop subcontracting strategies that align with project objectives and governance.
• Lead commercial negotiations and manage contractual risk.
• Collaborate with procurement, legal, commercial and delivery teams to drive outcomes.
• Ensure contracts are established in line with governance requirements.

Skills

Subcontracting

Procurement

Commercial management

Contract management

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation

Communication

Legal awareness

Education

Law or Commerce degree

MBA (advantage)

Job description

Downer is seeking an experienced Subcontracts Lead to join our Energy & Utilities team. This role can be based in Sydney, Brisbane or Melbourne, working with procurement, commercial, legal and delivery teams to secure optimal subcontracting outcomes.

You will lead subcontracting strategies, negotiate contracts, manage risk and ensure governance-aligned agreements across major infrastructure and utility projects, driving successful delivery and value for our clients.