Contracts Manager Telecommunications / Infrastructure Melbourne | Hybrid Working | Contract to 31 December **** | Potential Extension An chance is available for an experienced Contracts Manager to join a large, established organisation delivering complex telecommunications and infrastructure projects.
Working closely with project, commercial and operational teams, you will provide commercial and contractual support across a portfolio of projects, helping drive strong commercial outcomes, manage contractual risk and ensure compliance.
This is a hands-on role suited to someone who can hit the ground running, confidently engage with clients and subcontractors, and manage everything from day-to-day contract administration through to negotiations, claims and commercial strategy.
The Role Reporting to the Senior Commercial Manager, your responsibilities will include: Acting as a key commercial representative across client and supply chain relationships Providing commercial and contractual support to project teams Managing contract administration and ensuring contractual obligations are met Developing strategies around potential claims and disputes Leading commercial negotiations relating to variations, claims and renewals Identifying commercial risks and developing appropriate mitigation strategies Driving improvements across commercial policies,
processes and procedures Supporting revenue assurance initiatives and minimising revenue leakage Managing commercial relationships and working with stakeholders to resolve issues Supporting approval and governance processes Managing the timely onboarding of subcontractors and supply chain partners Preparing and negotiating supply chain contracts and work orders Ensuring relevant statutory and contractual compliance Building strong relationships across commercial, operational, legal, finance and other business functions Acting as a key customer-facing commercial contact About You To be successful, you will bring: 5+ years' experience in commercial and/or contract management Strong commercial acumen and the ability to deliver tangible commercial outcomes A sound understanding of contract and construction law Experience with project commercial administration and contract management systems Demonstrated experience managing contracts, claims, variations and commercial negotiations Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills The ability to work effectively with clients, project teams and subcontractors A proactive, solutions-focused approach with the ability to work across a broad range of commercial and contractual activities Australian citizenship and the ability to complete a Police Check Experience within telecommunications and/or construction environments will be highly regarded.
What's on Offer?
Hybrid working arrangements Melbourne-based opportunity, with a preference for candidates able to access the office Initial contract through to 31 December **** Potential for extension or permanency for the right person Competitive rate based on skills and experience Opportunity to work across significant telecommunications and infrastructure projects within a large, complex organisation If you're an experienced Contracts Manager who enjoys combining commercial strategy with hands-on contract management and stakeholder engagement, we'd like to hear from you.
Apply now for a confidential discussion.