Job Description

We're on the lookout for a Contracts & Procurement Lead who wants to step into a high-impact, hands-on role.

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Reporting to the Group National Procurement Manager, you'll lead procurement and contract outcomes across multiple projects - making sure we're getting the best value, managing risk and setting projects up for success.

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This is a great opportunity to take real ownership, influence key decisions and shape how we partner, negotiate and deliver across the business.

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Why you'll want this role

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Real ownership - lead procurement and contracts across key projects

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Commercial influence - be a trusted advisor to operations and leadership

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Wide-ranging scope - sourcing, contracts, risk and supplier performance

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Career progression - work closely with a senior leader and grow your impact

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Supportive culture - collaborative, down-to-earth and outcomes focused

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What you'll be doing

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This is a broad, hands-on role where you'll play a key part in driving strong commercial outcomes across our projects.

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Procurement & sourcing leadership

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Lead procurement across multiple projects from start to finish, making sure everything lines up with timelines and budgets

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Develop smart sourcing strategies that balance cost, quality and delivery

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Run tender processes (RFQ/RFT) - from building scopes through to supplier selection and award

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Build solid relationships across the supplier market to get the best outcomes and keep things competitive

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Contract lifecycle ownership

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Manage contracts right through from tender to close-out

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Review and negotiate terms, spotting risks and opportunities early

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Handle variations,



claims and EOTs so things stay on track commercially

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Make sure head contract requirements are clearly carried through to subcontractors

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Stay ahead of potential risks by identifying and managing them early

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Provide practical, easy-to-understand advice to project teams and stakeholders

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Support better decision‐making with clear commercial insight

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Keep things well-governed without overcomplicating the process

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Manage subcontractor onboarding, agreements and compliance

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Keep an eye on performance across cost, quality and safety

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Address issues early and drive accountability where needed

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Build strong working relationships that create long-term value

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Fleet & asset oversight

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Support the day‐to‐day oversight of fleet and operational assets

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Help manage the lifecycle - from procurement and allocation through to maintenance and replacement

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Monitor usage and costs to keep things efficient

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Make sure everything stays compliant and fit-for-purpose

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Work closely with project teams and leadership as a trusted commercial partner

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Influence outcomes through clear communication and strong negotiation skills

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Look for ways to improve how we manage procurement, contracts and assets

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Help drive consistency,



best practice and smarter ways of working across the business

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About you

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You're a commercially switched-on, solutions-focused professional who knows how to balance technical expertise with real-world outcomes.

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You'll bring:

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Solid experience working in procurement and contracts within project environments

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A strong understanding of contract law and commercial fundamentals

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The ability to negotiate, influence and get the best outcome for the business

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A proactive approach - you don't wait for problems, you get on the front foot

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Outstanding attention to detail, with a focus on doing things the right way

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Confidence working with a wide range of stakeholders across projects and teams

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Qualifications in Law, Commerce, Business or Supply Chain are a plus, but not essential.

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If you're looking for a role where you can learn, contribute and grow within a strong and supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.

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Take a look at what we do, including ourlandmark projects at www.cdpg.net.au

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CDPG is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and developing a diverse workforce which reflects the community we serve.

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As a diverse employer, we encourage and support applications from all genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTQIA, people with a disability, people who are disadvantaged and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

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For more information, please contact the People & Culture team at******@cdpg.net.au

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📌 Contracts & Procurement Lead (Brim)
🏢 Cooke & Dowsett
📍 Brim