Supply Chain Manager

**Requisition ID: 284872**
- ** Relocation Authorized: None**:

- ** Telework Type: Part-Time Telework**:

- ** Work Location: Brisbane, QLD**

**Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects**:
Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.

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**Job Summary**:
Our Supply Chain team is made up of experienced professionals in contracts, procurement, buying, expediting, supplier quality and logistics who collaborate to build a strong and efficient ecosystem. We value a diverse and capable team that embraces challenges and celebrates success together. Our goal is to deliver value to our project teams and customers while continuously developing our skills and team culture.

As the Supply Chain Manager, you will oversee all Contracts and Procurement activities for the project, including purchasing operations. You will lead and develop the Supply Chain team, implement procurement and subcontracting plans, and drive value and efficiency—while ensuring safety, quality, cost, and performance are consistently monitored and maintained.

To succeed in this role, you will need exceptional communication and relationship-building skills to effectively engage with all levels of the project team, as well as with suppliers and contractors.

**Major Responsibilities**:

- Lead a team of experienced Contracts and Procurement professionals to foster a high-performance culture and deliver on supply chain and project objectives.
- Execute supply chain packages, plans, procedures, schedules, and budgets while mitigating claims and ensuring no impact to project delivery.
- Manage the full contract lifecycle—from pre-award through to administration—including leading negotiations and managing claims.
- Identify opportunities for schedule relief and claim avoidance, taking proactive steps to protect project interests and enhance performance.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and contractors to support seamless contract execution.
- Monitor safety, quality, cost, and performance, ensuring all contractual obligations are met by all parties to each purchase order and subcontract.
- Prepare recommendations and reports for major material and service contracts, considering legal, commercial, and financial implications.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

**Education and Experience Requirements**:

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (or international equivalent) in a relevant field, with significant related work experience.
- Global experience in Project Contracts & Procurement and Supply Management for major or mega projects.
- In-depth understanding of supply chain operations across both office and jobsite environments.
- Proven leadership experience managing small to medium-sized teams.
- Experience with Low-Cost Country Sourcing (LCCS) is advantageous.

**Required Knowledge and Skills**:

- Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
- Comprehensive knowledge of end-to-end contract and procurement management, including claims handling.
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams such as Project Controls, Engineering, Health Safety and Environment, Sustainability, Quality and Construction to achieve project goals.

**Total Rewards/Benefits**:
For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

**Diverse teams build the extraordinary**:
As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected