Commercial Manager Operations

An exciting opportunity has presented itself for a Commercial Manager Operations on a Fixed term basis located Wellington NZ.

The opportunity

What you'll do

• Support bid teams in the development of procurement strategies
• Liaise with the New Zealand Commercial Manager - Water when engaging with Downer Group legal representatives on activities requiring legal review in accordance with the Downer Governance requirements
• Work collaboratively with Project stakeholders, including Design Partners and any other relevant stakeholders to achieve the best solutions and outcomes for Project
• Support the review of all commercial (and input to technical) risks associated with the preparation of bids to ensure that such risks are adequately identified, assessed and actioned by the bid teams
• Facilitate regular (monthly) risk reviews where appropriate, or leadership for the team to facilitate risk reviews for projects and contracts

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration with a significant ASX-listed company
• Fixed term position until Dec 2027
• A suite of health and wellness benefits and initiatives, including EAP Beyond Blue
• Access to Perks@Downer, which offers discounts and savings on various products, including retail items, travel deals, and entertainment options
• We are a Tier 1 ASX listed company with in-house capabilities that far exceed traditional contractor environments
• Flexible working conditions including WFH day's available

What we're looking for

• A tertiary / post-graduate qualification in Commercial Law / Contract Management or related discipline (e.g. finance, contract law, etc.) is preferred
• 5+ Years construction and service based contracting experience working in a commercial and/or legal department
• Understanding of the broader Utilities construction sector and construction of complex water assets
• Background in the successful negotiation of forms of contract with an acceptable risk profile in accordance with policies and procedures;
• Collaborative communication style with the ability to work effectively as a member of a team
• A highly skilled strategic thinker with a strong ability to influence outcomes and decisions;

About Energy & Utilities

Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.

Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.

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.