Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.
Wood is currently recruiting for a hands-on and energetic Commercial Advisor to join our team in our Perth office.
Reporting functionally to the Commercial Manager - Australia, this role will perform the full range of commercial activities from preparation and negotiation of commercial pricing models, commercial inputs to proposals, pre and post award contract reviews, contract administration and commercial close out activities.
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Designing the future.
Transforming the World.
As Wood continues to grow and diversify to meet the demands of an ever-changing world, the commercial function plays a leading role in ensuring we unlock our full potential, capture the value we create, and are correctly rewarded for this by our clients.
To achieve this we challenge the norm and look for new ways of working, we are curious and seek out value add innovation, we embrace change, and we are courageous and confident in managing risk.
At the heart of everything we do is the application of good commercial acumen and governance for which we are well known and respected.
At a high level, the job objectives are, under supervision:
Maximise commercial performance while managing business/project risk (pre and post-contract)
Commercialisation of a sub-Business Groups service offerings to support business growth and strategy
Ensure compliance with relevant commercial/contracting policies
Resolution of disputes/claims and cash collection issues
Embedding effective commercial governance and assurance across the sub-Business Group / Project / Portfolio of Projects
Supporting the tender governance process for the sub-Business Group
Join Wood in the heart of Perth's CBD with free 24/7 access to an exclusive on-site gym, superb end of trip facilities, coffee machines serving on demand and plenty of spaces to get creative.
In addition, you will have access to remote and flexible working options, purchased annual leave and employee discount programs.
What we can offer
Meaningful and interesting projects delivered in partnership to leaders of industry across energy and materials markets
Global connections, joining an inclusive and diverse international community of inquisitive minds and recognised industry innovators, partnering to create new possibilities
Flexible working arrangements balance client, team and individual needs with opportunities for hybrid and remote working
Commitment to your Wellbeing, with discounted Private Health Insurance and free 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program
Access to a variety of leave: Annual (20 days), Carers & Sick (10 days), Purchased, Study, Family, Cultural, Reproductive Health & Wellbeing
Range of Financial Health benefits with Salary Continuance Insurance, Salary Packaging,



Discounts at over 400 retailers and access to discounted hotels
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
Commitment to continued professional development; development plans tailored to your individual needs and aspirations, access eligibility to education assistance and one paid annual professional membership
Market-competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors.
With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future.
Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies.

Diversity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce.
All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.
Promote and demonstrate safety leadership behaviors
Always act ethically and with the utmost integrity
Champion and promote the application of the Financial Management Framework guidelines
Champion and follow the relevant DOA and commercial / contracting policies
Assists and delivers under supervision:
The development of rates, estimates, pricing, and commercial models
Pre-award activities including support to the proposals team in terms of performing a commercial review of tender documents, reviewing commercial proposals prior to submission for internal approval, preparing commercial qualifications and pricing, coordinating commercial and contractual qualifications,
The administration of risk management processes pre and post contract
The management and administration of Bonds / LoCs, Collateral warranties and PCGs
The timely and accurate submission of contracting policy approval requests, in conjunction with the Contracts function
Main contract administration, including correspondence management,



management of change and the development/implementation of commercial strategies and profit improvement plans in accordance with client contracts and Woods policies and procedures.
The administrative maintenance of delegations of authority (DOA) and processing of DOA approvals
The administrative development and maintenance of Commercial Handovers and Plans
The preparation of project cashflow forecasts, expenditure, invoice preparation, and expediting of payments
The preparation and analysis of inputs to key contract and internal project reporting requirements
The preparation of main contract close-out requirements
Assists and supports under supervision:
The coordination of contract reviews and the development of qualifications/redlines in conjunction with the Contracts function
Information/data gathering and analysis required to support Woods assertive claims and/or defending claims against Wood
What makes you remarkable?
At Wood we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team.
So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply.
It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world's most critical challenges.
Expected:
You will be an Australian citizen or hold Permanent Residency (PR) enabling you to work lawfully in Australia.
If you have an independent visa application in progress, you are also encouraged to apply.
Degree in Accounting, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or Business Studies, along with appropriate professional qualification, preferred.
However anyone with qualifications that have developed intimate experience with Microsoft Excel (and willingness to learn other aspects of the role) will be considered.
Knowledge, skills, and experience:
2-8 years experience in a similar role
Good working knowledge and experience in commercial administration.
Personal attributes:
Utmost integrity
Demonstrate commitment to Wood and client core values
Demonstrate commitment to Wood Commercial Process and Procedures
Excellent communication skills, written, oral, and presentation
Ability to work as part of a team and under pressure
Ability to prioritize key tasks and solve problems for the team
Strong user of Microsoft Word and PowerPoint, excellent user of Microsoft Excel.
It takes a diverse and inclusive community of inquisitive minds to unlock tomorrow's solutions to the world's most critical challenges.
Wood encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.
If you are a Commercial Advisor looking to take on a key role within the Perth office - apply today!
Shortlisting will commence immediately.

📌 Commercial Advisor (Perth)
🏢 Wood
📍 Perth