An exciting opportunity has presented itself for a Commercial Manager – Pre Contracts to join Downer’s market leading Energy & Utilities team and play a key role in driving commercial excellence, business growth and contract performance. This position maybe located Brisbane QLD, Melbourne VIC, Sydney NSW or Perth WA.

THE OPPORTUNITY

We’re looking for a Commercial Manager 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 business growth, strategic commercial outcomes, managing risk and opportunity, and supporting major tender opportunities across Australia and New Zealand.

• Be a key member of bid teams who are driving the growth of Downer’s Energy & Utilities business.
• Lead and manage contract negotiations, ensuring alignment with legal, financial and operational requirements.
• 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 and supporting shared goals.