Contracts Manager
8 hours ago
- Lead the full lifecycle of strategic and operational service contracts
- Manage and support a high performing team of contract professionals
- Corporate Brisbane CBD Office
Cross River Rail Delivery Authority (CRRDA)…Your chance to work with the best
The Cross River Rail Delivery Authority is building a new 10.2km rail line that includes 5.9km of twin tunnels running under the Brisbane River and CBD; with four new underground stations at Boggo Road, Woolloongabba, Albert Street and Roma Street.
Once complete, it will provide trains with a much-needed alternative rail path through the core of the current SEQ Rail network, unlocking a bottleneck and allowing more trains to run more often across the whole of South East Queensland.
The Cross River Rail Delivery Authority is also delivering multiple supporting projects and activities in conjunction with Department of Transport and Main Road. These include accessibility rebuilds for eight surface stations, construction of three new stations on the Gold Coast; upgrades for stabling yards; track works and surface rail enhancements; and the introduction of a new ETCS digital signalling system
About the Role
As Contracts Manager, you will play a pivotal leadership role in driving the full lifecycle, contract management function for our high-value, high-risk service contracts on behalf of the project. You'll lead and mentor a high-performing team, setting direction and fostering a collaborative culture. This includes contract planning, execution, performance management, and close-out, ensuring measurable outcomes and robust governance at every stage.
You will act as the primary adviser and escalation point for complex contract issues, providing expert guidance and leading resolution strategies. Working closely with internal stakeholders, you'll champion best-practice contract management, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and ensure compliance with CRRDA and Queensland Government requirements. Your ability to engage and influence across diverse teams will be key to embedding a culture of strong contract management and delivering successful project outcomes.
This opportunity is offered as a full time fixed term of 2 years, with possibility of extension.
Key Responsibilities:
- Act as the primary adviser on contract issues, providing guidance and resolving disputes.
- Oversee the planning, establishment, performance management, and close-out of complex service contracts.
- Lead and mentor a team of contract management professionals, fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture.
- Ensure compliance with governance frameworks, including the Queensland Procurement Policy (QPP), and support audit processes.
- Monitor contract performance, track KPIs, and ensure compliance
- Develop and enhance contract management systems, templates, and reporting tools.
- Build strong relationships and influence a diverse range of stakeholders, promoting the benefits of contract management across the organisation.
- Drive continuous improvement and champion best practice in a fast-paced, project-driven environment
About You:
- Extensive experience managing complex service contracts, ideally across multiple categories (e.g. ICT, engineering, consulting).
- Proven leadership skills, with experience managing and developing teams.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, able to influence at all levels.
- Strategic and analytical thinker, with the ability to interpret contract data and identify risks and opportunities.
- Demonstrated integrity, accountability, and commitment to governance and ethical conduct.
- Public sector or government procurement experience (e.g. QPP, QITC) highly regarded.
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.
How To Apply
Please submit your Resume by clicking on the apply link before the closing date of 26 October 2025
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all Cross River Rail Delivery Authority vacancies.
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