Commercial Management Specialist

Mott MacDonald is a dynamic and innovative engineering, management and development consultancy working with high profile clients across Australia and globally.  We're the driving force behind some of Australia's most iconic infrastructure ventures that are transforming the way we live, work, and play. 

Our national and globally connected business allows opportunities for our people to be involved and work on key globally recognised projects such as the Queensland local Borumba Pumped Hydro Project, Brisbane Olympics 2032, Cross River Rail, Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail, and other nationally significant opportunities across Australia, South-East Asia, North America and Europe - projects that shape the communities in which we live. You will have opportunities to build connections across our networks of international experts and bring your knowledge to our clients and to their projects.

Following growth in the Queensland market and with a strong pipeline of current projects and upcoming opportunities, we are looking to continue the growth of our commercial team.

The Opportunity
Join our Project Strategy & Delivery team as a Commercial Management Specialist and be part of a dynamic, purpose-driven environment where your expertise will help shape the future of infrastructure across Queensland and Australia. We are committed to delivering impactful projects for government and institutional clients, and we need passionate individuals to support our growing pipeline of work.

As a Commercial Management Specialist, you will collaborate closely with our Commercial and Technical leaders, negotiating complex engagements and working alongside our teams to deliver exceptional infrastructure outcomes. You will engage across key markets such as transportation, energy, defence, water, and the built environment.

Responsibilities

• Analysis & Advice: Contribute to commercial parameters across joint ventures, design and construct engagements, and collaborative delivery models.
• Commercial Activities: Support both pre-contract and active delivery commercial activities.
• Reporting: Develop clear and concise commercial reports incorporating key KPIs to inform executive decision-making.
• Subcontractor Management: Administer subcontractor arrangements including payments, insurance, reporting, and due diligence.
• Process Improvement: Identify and act upon opportunities to improve commercial management procedures, templates, and products.
• Collaboration: Work with commercial leaders, in-house counsel, insurance managers, and technical leads to produce fit-for-purpose solutions to commercial risks.
• Best Practice: Represent best practice and support commercial acumen within and beyond our team.

About You
With around 8 years of experience in commercial management, you have primarily supported your organisation’s commercial outcomes and may have started providing consulting advice to clients. You are eager to expand your experience across multiple markets and develop further in areas you may not yet have mastered.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Tertiary qualifications relevant to commercial management, law, engineering, or business.
• Experience in developing delivery-oriented commercial solutions for infrastructure clients.
• Engagement with in-house and outside counsel for legal guidance and contract formation.
• Practical experience administering various standard forms of infrastructure contracts (e.g., DTMRs TIPDS suite, NEC, AS 2124, AS 4000).
• Subcontractor procurement and contract management experience.
• Strong commercial skills and appreciation of relevant procurement and delivery strategies in Queensland.

Why Join Us?

• Growth Opportunities: We celebrate achievements and provide ample opportunities for professional growth.
• Teamwork: Promote teamwork and collaboration in a diverse and inclusive environment.
• Diversity & Inclusion: Value diversity and build trust within our team.
• Integrity: Uphold integrity and transparency in all our dealings.
• Wellbeing: Prioritise the wellbeing of our team members.
• Societal Impact: Emphasise the societal impact of our projects and the positive change we bring to communities.

Become part of a team that is supportive, caring, and committed to making a difference. Together, we can achieve great things and create a lasting impact on the world around us. Apply now and be a part of our journey towards excellence!

Our benefits package is designed to enhance your experience: 

• Annual health checks
• Ongoing professional development
• A flexible and agile work atmosphere that caters to your professional journey and life's special moments
• A competitive salary complemented by group bonus incentives, recognising the dedication you invest
• Comprehensive coverage including life, personal accident, and salary continuance insurance, providing peace of mind during uncertain times
• Opportunities to enhance your work-life balance through the option to purchase extra annual leave
• Employee resource groups including the Inclusive Network for Women, Corporate Social Responsibility and more

You've got this!
We endorse a diverse and inclusive workplace and look to provide suitable opportunities for employees including the opportunity for part time and job shared roles where possible. If you are interested in this role and looking for a part time permanent opportunity, please apply!