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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates extensive subcontract management experience across the full lifecycle, including sourcing, tendering, negotiation, and administration. Possesses strong commercial and contractual expertise, with a proven ability to manage risks and maintain compliance in highly regulated environments.
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Subcontract ManagementContract NegotiationRisk ManagementCommercial ExpertiseStakeholder Collaboration
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Hard Skills
Subcontract Lifecycle ManagementCost and Price AnalysisContract DraftingPerformance MonitoringDispute Resolution
Soft Skills
Analytical SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsRelationship Building
Tools & Technologies
Subcontract Management ToolsDocumentation Systems
Certifications & Qualifications
CIPS AccreditationWorldCC Accreditation
Industry Keywords
Defence ProgramsGovernment ProjectsContractual ComplianceGovernance Frameworks
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead subcontract activities across the full subcontract lifecycle, from market engagement, supplier prequalification and tendering through to negotiation, award, administration and close-out
- Develop and implement subcontracting strategies aligned with project objectives, commercial requirements and risk appetite
- Identify and mitigate commercial, contractual and delivery risks associated with subcontract packages
- Evaluate proposals and conduct cost and price analysis to achieve value for money, documenting the basis of award
- Prepare, negotiate and administer complex subcontract agreements
- Monitor subcontractor performance, compliance, deliverables and commercial obligations throughout project execution
- Manage subcontract variations, claims and extensions of time and support dispute resolution activities with Legal
- Collaborate with project managers, commercial teams, procurement specialists, legal and technical stakeholders
- Incorporate head contract flow-down obligations, customer requirements and company governance requirements into subcontract arrangements
- Provide commercial advice and recommendations to project leadership teams regarding subcontract performance and risk management
- Maintain accurate, audit-ready subcontract records and documentation in company systems
- Contribute to continuous improvement of subcontract management processes, tools and best practices
Requirements
What you’ll need- Tertiary qualifications in Commerce, Business, Law, Procurement, Engineering or a related discipline
- Professional accreditation through CIPS, WorldCC or equivalent will be highly regarded
- Australian Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance
- Extensive subcontract management experience across the full subcontract lifecycle, including sourcing, tendering, negotiation, award, administration, performance management and close-out
- Strong commercial and contractual expertise, including the ability to negotiate, draft, interpret and administer complex subcontract agreements
- Experience supporting major Defence programs, government projects, or other highly regulated environments
- Strong understanding of contractual compliance, governance frameworks, risk management and contractual flow-down requirements
- Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with project teams, subcontractors, technical specialists and client representatives
- Experience managing commercial risks, subcontractor performance issues, contract changes, claims, variations and dispute resolution activities
- Excellent analytical, communication and problem-solving skills with the ability to provide clear commercial recommendations to stakeholders
- Experience supporting major Defence and/or infrastructure projects will be highly regarded
Benefits
Comp & perks- Flexible work arrangements that support your lifestyle and wellbeing
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Career development, leadership growth and technical advancement opportunities across the Australian and global business
- Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities