Commercial Manager - Upstream

The opportunity

The Commercial Manager – Upstream will be part of the commercial team within Downer’s Energy & Utilities Power Projects business unit. This role can be located either Hexham, NSW, North Ryde NSW or Brisbane QLD. The successful candidate can envision themselves attending to duties such as:

What you’ll do

• Develop, implement and administer the upstream Commercial Management Plans, Manuals, and Registers, required by the Head Contract and The Downer Standard and Delivery Management Methodology
• Be responsible for the timely and effective administration of the Head Contract to ensure that Downer’s rights are maintained and obligations fulfilled
• Manage contractual correspondence and communications with the Client associated with the Head Contract
• Implement strategies and contribute to Project Management Plans to ensure Downer’s compliance with its Head Contract obligations across the entirety of the Project, not limited to key functions including Procurement, Operations, Health, Safety and Environment, Community and Stakeholder, and Projects Controls
• Manage Head Contract Change, including the preparation, submission and negotiation of upstream Claims and Variations
• Collaborate and provide expert advice and guidance to inform decision making and the implementation of commercial strategies

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration with a significant ASX-listed company
• Structured career paths with the opportunity to work in different areas of the Utilities business, supported by a robust Commercial Operating Model
• A suite of health and wellness benefits and initiatives, including EAP Beyond Blue
• Access to Perks@Downer, which offers discounts and savings on various products, including retail items, travel deals, and entertainment options
• We are a Tier 1 ASX listed company with in-house capabilities that far exceed traditional contractor environments

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in law, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or Engineering preferred
• 10 plus years of experience in a commercial role in construction projects preferably within the power transmission / energy sector
• Experience with managing head contracts and complex head contracts claim preparation and negotiation
• Excellent working knowledge of Australian construction contracts
• You are familiar with standard and bespoke industry forms of contract and their negotiation and operative effects
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
• Displays a continuous improvement mindset - has a continuous improvement attitude, always looking for ways to improve on current processes and performance

About Energy & Utilities

Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.

Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.

How to apply

Click "Apply" to start your application. We look forward to hearing from you! Downer does not accept unsolicited resumes, fees, or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms, or third parties. Candidates are welcome to submit their applications via the advertisement.