Principal Procurement and Contracts Advisor

Cross River Rail Delivery Authority (CRRDA)...Your chance to work with the best
Cross River Rail will transform the way we travel to, from and through Brisbane in the future. It will be a catalyst for 10 years of wider rail transformation across the whole of South East Queensland and it is already playing a key role in how we prepare for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Cross River Rail is a new 10.2km rail line including 5.9km of twin tunnels running under the Brisbane River and CBD. It includes the delivery of four new underground stations, two new above-ground stations, accessibility rebuilds for six stations, the construction of three new stations on the Gold Coast, and the introduction of a new world-class 'ETCS' signalling system.
This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to work on one of Australia's largest infrastructure projects and to be a part of something that will leave a lasting legacy for generations to come.
About the Role
As a Senior Procurement & Contracts Advisor, you will oversee the development, governance, and execution of panel and contract arrangements for a diverse range of goods and services, including technical advisory and professional services. Your expertise will support the Cross River Rail Delivery Authority's operations across key business functions, such as IT, facilities, professional and engineering services and capital project works.
As a key interface between CRRDA and external suppliers, this role involves full lifecycle procurement, from initiation to contract finalisation, in a fast-paced and agile project environment. This opportunity is offered as a contract until December 2026 with possibility of extension.
**Key Responsibilities**:
Lead the development and procurement of panels, ensuring alignment with relevant procurement principles and guidelines.
Partner with internal and external stakeholders to plan procurement strategies, assess market options, and recommend solutions.
Prepare procurement and contract documentation, including procurement plans, tenders, evaluation reports, negotiation plans, and award recommendations.
Implement project management methodologies to drive and measure procurement outcomes.
Provide regular reporting on procurement activities and panel arrangement delivery.
Ensure procurement processes and contract decisions are documented for audit and probity purposes.
Support contract owners in managing supplier performance, resolving contractual disputes, and handling invoicing issues.
Prepare high-quality briefing papers, reports, and correspondence as required.
Contribute to continuous improvement of procurement and contract management processes.
**About You**:
Minimum 5 years experience in procurement and contract administration.
Experience in procurement under the Queensland Procurement Policy, including developing Standing Offer / Panel Arrangements.
Strong knowledge of contract formation and tendering processes.
Critical thinking and influencing skills to provide constructive challenge to stakeholders.
Strong written communication skills, including report and briefing note preparation.
A bachelor's degree in business or commerce (or a related discipline) is highly desirable, along with procurement qualifications.
Why work with CRRDA?
On Cross River Rail you will not only work with the best but become your best. And as we enter a new phase of delivery, our project offers a rare career opportunity for top tier professionals to have played their part on something that is genuinely city shaping and transformative.
Our people are supported with flexible work options, career development through the Australian Institute of Management, salary packaging and access to world class employee assistance provider Telus Health.
At Cross River Rail we are an equal opportunity employer and strive to build balanced teams from all walks of life.
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