Title: Commercial & Contracts Manager At KBR - We do things that matter. We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 38,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in over 29 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR, We Deliver. Think.KBR.com KBR in Australia With over 65 years working on some of Australia’s largest and most complex projects, KBR has unmatched experience supporting the nation’s critical infrastructure, energy transition and national security priorities. KBR has around 2,000 employees throughout Australia, who are focused on delivering innovative technology and engineering solutions for a safer, more secure and sustainable future. Learn more about KBR in Australia Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.

The Opportunity:

KBR is seeking a dynamic and experienced Commercial & Contracts Manager to join our Australia Defence and Security Solutions (ADSS) team. Reporting to the Senior Commercial Manager, you will play a critical role in supporting both the ADSS Commercial Function and project delivery teams through strategic commercial oversight and contractual management. This is a senior role requiring strong commercial acumen, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to manage complex and high-value contractual arrangements across multiple concurrent initiatives. You’ll be joining a high-performing team committed to excellence, innovation, and delivery in a vital national industry. This is a permanent full-time position, based in Sydney with regular travel to HMAS Waterhen.



Interstate candidates may be considered on a case-by-case basis however relocation will be required.

Responsibilities

- Oversee all commercial aspects of project contracts, ensuring compliance and alignment with internal business areas.
- Support contract delivery through timely, accurate commercial input and documentation.
- Assist in procurement and commercial activities across all project phases: pre-bid, bid, delivery, and close-out.
- Manage subcontractor engagement, due diligence, and performance.
- Coordinate with operations, finance, and project controls to ensure commercial alignment.
- Contribute to negotiations of subcontracts and purchase orders, ensuring risk and compliance provisions are addressed.
- Lead commercial risk management, including finance, insurance, estimating, and compliance.
- Manage intellectual property, software rights, and technical data in line with approved plans.
- Support contract performance reviews and client reporting.
- Act as the first point of contact for ITAR and export control compliance.
- Promote a safe and healthy work setting.

Essential

- Bachelors' degree in Business, Law, Finance, or equivalent practical experience.
- Defence commercial management experience (industry or government), with knowledge of ASDEFCON.
- Familiarity with ITAR and export control compliance.
- Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Experience in financial planning, pricing, billing, and contract administration.
- Proficiency in spreadsheet modelling and MS Office.
- Effective personnel management and team leadership.

Desirable

- Experience with SAP or Microsoft Dynamics.
- Experience in change management.

What we will offer you:

- A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work
- Flexible working
- Competitive salary (including annual reviews)




- Paid parental leave
- Income protection
- Corporate rewards
- Salary packaging/Novated leasing
- Employee stock purchase plans
- Flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance
- Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways

KBR acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connections to land, sea, community and culture. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.

As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Our Values

- We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential.
- We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders.
- We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business.
- We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision‑makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed.
- We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company.

Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals.

Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries. At KBR, We Deliver.

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📌 Commercial Manager (New South Wales)
🏢 Kbr
📍 New South Wales