Commercial Contracts Specialist

7 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Downer Group Full time

About the Role

Downer Group is seeking a highly skilled Commercial Contracts Specialist to join our Transport & Infrastructure team in Australia. As a key member of our team, you will play a critical role in delivering exceptional commercial and contract support to our clients.

Key Responsibilities

  • Opportunity and Bid Management: Develop and implement effective contractual strategies for opportunities, bids, and contract negotiations.
  • Contract Drafting: Create bespoke contract terms and documents.
  • Project Delivery: Provide specialist support in commercial and risk management, issue resolution, and dispute management.
  • Project Planning: Oversee project handover, establish commercial plans, and create project registers.
  • Training and Development: Support the development of training packages and upskill project and commercial resources.
  • Governance Approval: Prepare presentations and present to Tender Governance Board for approval of tenders.

Requirements

  • Tertiary qualifications in Law and prior practicing experience as a Construction Contracts Lawyer advantageous.
  • Proven experience in the preparation and drafting of contract agreements, including interpreting and applying contract terms and legislation provisions.
  • Sound working knowledge of risk mitigation principles and the contractual implementation thereof.
  • Excellent working knowledge of Australian construction contracts.
  • Collaborative communication style with the ability to work effectively as a member of the team.
  • Negotiation and influencing skills to achieve desired outcomes.
  • Builds and maintains effective relationships with both internal and external clients and stakeholders.
  • Proven ability to meet tight deadlines and able to cope with ad-hoc requirements.

About Downer Group

Downer Group is a company that values its people and provides career opportunities, work-life balance, and above-benchmark services. We offer a range of benefits, including a suite of benefits, working for a multifaceted organization with diverse divisions, and being recognized as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women.

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