Commercial Manager

3 days ago

Canberra n Capital Territory, Australia Downer Professional Services Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

What You'll Do

This role offers a broad scope, with key responsibilities including:

  • Drafting liability risk assessments and identify commercial risks and treatment methodologies;
  • Developing procurement artefacts such as the approach to market/procurement strategy (ETP), evaluation plan & report and manage the procurement schedule with the Head/Lead Scheduler;
  • Drafting contractual artefacts for complex sustainment activities, including but not limited to Conditions of Tender (CoT), Conditions of Contract (CoC) and tailor a contract that will suit the Statement of work (SOW) and long term flexible requirements of the procurement activity based on the ASDEFCON contracting documentation;
  • Providing accurate and timely commercial advice and guidance to delegates and stakeholders;
  • Supporting tender clarifications, in particular those aspects concerning contractual and commercial and financial elements of tenders

What You'll Bring

  • Extensive knowledge of Commonwealth procurement regulations and policies such as the PGPA Act, procurement connected policies, Commonwealth Procurement Rules etc;
  • Extensive experience in ASDEFCON suite of contracting templates or equivalent complex contracting documentation
  • Formal contracting qualifications i.e. Certificate IV in Contracting and Procurement /or higher or equivalent;
  • Strong understanding of probity and evaluation in a commercial environment;
  • Demonstrated experience in procurement/contract management administration, practices and processes in Government (Commonwealth or State/Territory); and
  • You must have and maintain a minimum Negative Vetting 1 (NV1) security clearance as required by the Commonwealth

More than anything, you'll bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients.

Why Downer Professional Services

At Downer Professional Services, we're not just a workplace—we're a business dedicated to contributing to the shaping of the future of defence in Australia. As the country's only sovereign prime, we're committed to making a real difference in protecting Australia's interests.

What is means to belong at Downer Professional Services:

  • Meaningful work:
    You'll play a key role in delivering or supporting critical defence projects and programs that make a genuine impact.
  • Supportive culture:
    Our high-performing teams thrive on collaboration and celebrate the unique contributions of every individual.
  • Endless opportunities:
    With career pathways across our business units, including Team Downer MSP, there's always a chance to grow, learn, and take on exciting new challenges.
  • Professional development:
    From skills recognition and career mapping to our Summer and Winter Schools for accelerated learning, we invest in your growth. Plus, our Communities of Practice foster shared learning and connections across the business.
  • Great perks: :
    healthcare discounts, great savings on retail purchases, car purchases and much more.
  • Veteran support initiatives and policies:
    Including up to 20 days of Reservist Leave for veterans to remain connected as they transition out of active service.

Downer Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including First Nations people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.

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