Commercial Manager - Pre-Contracts

The opportunity

We’re looking for a Commercial Manager Precontracts to join our collaborative and high-performing Energy & Utilities team. Reporting to the Commercial Director – Pre-Contracts, you’ll play a key role in delivering strategic commercial outcomes, managing risk, and supporting major tender opportunities across Australia and New Zealand.

What you’ll do

• Work closely with the bid team and operational leads to ensure competitive commercial positions that align with project goals and client expectations
• Drive commercial excellence through a deep understanding of contract structures, risk profiles, and performance mechanisms
• Provide expert advice on contract compliance, risk mitigations strategies and commercial governance
• Review, interpret and draft contract provisions, identifying key risks, obligations and opportunities
• Support the development and implementation of commercial governance frameworks and best practices
• Contribute to post-tender reviews and lessons learned to drive continuous improvement
• Contribute to a team-oriented culture, supporting shared goals and mentoring others where needed

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration with a significant ASX-listed company
• Flexible work life balance including work from home days
• Structured career paths with the opportunity to work in different areas of the Utilities business, supported by a robust Commercial Operating Model
• A suite of health and wellness benefits and initiatives, including EAP Beyond Blue
• Retail discounts with major retailers, Dell, Good Guys, Samsung, Specsavers & ANZ
• We are a Tier 1 ASX listed company with in-house capabilities that far exceed traditional contractor environments

What we’re looking for

• Tertiary qualifications in law, business, engineering, construction management, accounting, or quantity surveying
• 4+ years of experience in construction, maintenance, or service-based contracting within the energy, utilities, or infrastructure sectors
• Experience working across Australia or New Zealand (both is highly regarded)
• Proven ability to interpret and explain complex tenders and commercial models
• Deep knowledge of diverse contract structures and risk profiles
• Strong understanding of contract structures, risk management, and performance frameworks
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills
• A collaborative team player with a continuous improvement mindset
• Someone who aligns with our values and culture and is committed to building collaborative partnerships across all levels of the business

About Energy & Utilities

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How to apply

Click "Apply" to start your application. We look forward to hearing from you! Downer does not accept unsolicited resumes, fees, or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms, or third parties. Candidates are welcome to submit their applications via the advertisement.

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