Contracts Manager

Company description:

DT Infrastructure is a trusted provider of engineering and construction solutions that unlock opportunities for our clients, communities and people. Specialising in Transport, Renewables, Defence and Utilities, we offer a unique synergy of local expertise in complex projects and the global perspective of our multinational parent company, Gamuda Berhad. Through engineering innovation, collaborative contracting and leading sustainability practices we're unlocking opportunities for a better tomorrow.

Job description:

The Role

Reporting to the Senior Commercial Manager we are looking for a sharp, highly experienced Contracts Manager to join our commercial team and drive the end-to-end procurement and subcontract management for the project.
Taking personal ownership of the project's commercial success, you will manage subcontracts from cradle to grave. You will ensure that head contract obligations are seamlessly passed down, risks are strictly mitigated, and commercial administration runs flawlessly.

Key Responsibilities & Scope:

• Drive the procurement and negotiation of subcontracts for major EPC and O&M contracts, strictly adhering to Approved Subcontractor Lists and Principal head contract pass-down requirements.
• Meticulously review documentation to ensure commercial terms are clearly defined and fully aligned with Head Contract obligations.
• Ensure Head Contract obligations and risk allocations are clearly passed down into subcontracts—specifically covering warranties, defects, IP, Liquidated Damages (LDs), securities, and Principal-mandated provisions.
• Manage and report on negotiations with subcontractors and suppliers, covering securities (bank guarantees/retentions), liability caps, insurances, and relief provisions.
• Proactively identify, document, and report any gaps between upstream and downstream obligations.
• Maintain accurate registers and prepare comprehensive internal governance reports for Senior Leadership review and approval.
• Manage day-to-day commercial administration of subcontracts and suppliers, including notices, payment claims, variations, Extensions of Time (EOTs), claims, disputes, and escalations.
• Work closely with internal engineering, legal, and finance teams to ensure strict compliance with project requirements, internal governance, and lessons learned.

About You

You are someone who "walks the talk" and thrives in a collaborative environment where open, honest communication is valued. To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Tertiary Qualified
• 5-10 years of dedicated commercial or contracts management experience.
• Strong local market experience, ideally within the major infrastructure, renewables sectors.
• Proven expertise in managing complex EPC and O&M contracts.
• Exceptional negotiation skills and a keen eye for mitigating commercial risk.
• The ability to demonstrate real teamwork, breaking down silos to work effectively across different divisions.

Working For DTI

• Competitive pay that reflects your contribution: We reward performance and impact, with our remuneration benchmarked to market.
• Purpose-driven careers in infrastructure: As we grow our presence in the renewable energy sector, DTI is also continuing to cement its position as a delivery partner of choice across rail, roads and Defence infrastructure projects. Our teams benefit from the variety of opportunities, applying their skills and experience across multiple sectors.
• Fostering your development: We've developed a culture where continuous learning is front and centre of everything we do. Fostering the growth and development of our people is key to our success and ensuring that we are preparing the next generation of leaders is a core focus for our business.
• Parental leave designed for the reality of family life: Our industry leading parental leave policies are centred on flexibility to support modern family life, because at DTI, little families are a part of our one big family.
• Flexibility that works for you and for us: We acknowledge that everyone's needs are different in striking the right work-life integration. Whether it's hybrid working, adjusted hours, job sharing or balancing family commitments, we'll work together to make it work.

This exciting role offers you the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and to develop your career within a highly successful organisation.

DT Infrastructure is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that champions opportunity and respect. Our focus on inclusivity is active and ongoing. Women, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and former members of the Australian Defence Force are encouraged to apply.

For more information, please contact ••••@dtinfrastructure.com.au only applications through the portal will be accepted

Visit www.DTInfrastructure.com.au to explore how DTI can support your career progression, unlock personal advantages and apply for our opportunities.

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