Chandler Macleod is recruiting on behalf of our client for an exceptional opportunity within a high-profile Federal Government agency supporting Australia’s most significant long-term capability program.

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced Contracting Manager to lead complex procurement and contracting activities, provide strategic commercial advice, and help shape outcomes in a fast-paced, high-sensitivity workplace.

About the Role

Working within a Commercial function, you will lead end-to-end procurement and contracting activities including planning, tendering, contract establishment, and contract management. You’ll also provide oversight and assurance to ensure outcomes are compliant, defensible, and value-for-money.

Key Responsibilities
Lead complex procurement and contracting activities from strategy through to execution
Provide high-quality commercial advice aligned to legislation, policy, and best practice
Support contract management activities (performance, changes, deliverables, underperformance remediation)
Lead stakeholder engagement, negotiations, and commercial evaluations
Contribute to commercial governance, continuous improvement, and capability uplift

About You




Demonstrated experience leading complex procurements and commercial negotiations
Robust understanding of the Commonwealth Procurement Framework (or similar)
High attention to detail, sound judgement, and strong analytical capability
Transparent written and verbal communication skills with strong stakeholder management
Resilient, agile, and outcomes-focused with the ability to manage competing priorities
Leadership capability (team leadership and/or functional leadership)

Locations

Adelaide SA, Canberra ACT, Fishermans Bend VIC, Rockingham WA

Security clearance

Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1) security clearance.

Chandler Macleod is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and supported. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of all ages and genders. For more information, please refer to the Chandler Macleod Diversity & Inclusion page.

📌 Contracting Manager Canberra
🏢 Chandler Macleod
📍 Canberra