Energy Power Systems Australia (EPSA) is the authorised supplier of Cat power systems across Australia, PNG, and the Solomon Islands. We deliver sustainable energy solutions across multiple industries, providing new and used engines, generators, hybrid energy systems, and specialised rental solutions.
We are seeking a Project Commercial Manager to provide high‐quality commercial advice and risk management support across EPSA's project, bid and operational activities. This role plays a critical part in managing upstream and downstream commercial risk, supporting strong decision‐making, and enabling successful project and commercial outcomes. This role is based in Mulgrave, with a hybrid environment.
Reporting to the Senior Manager – Corporate Finance & Commercial, this role partners closely with Project Managers, Procurement, Engineering and broader business stakeholders to support tenders, contracts, negotiations and continuous improvement across commercial activities.
A Day in the Life of EPSA's Project Commercial Manager (but not limited to!)
* Providing commercial advice and support for business initiatives, including business case development, profitability, cost/benefit, cashflow and sensitivity analysis
* Acting as the commercial lead for project tenders, reviewing tender packages, identifying risks and issues, and supporting tender development and submission
* Reviewing and negotiating contracts, ensuring alignment of upstream and downstream commercial considerations
* Supporting negotiation, approval and execution of upstream contracts, including drafting commercial management plans and maintaining contract documentation
* Partnering with the Projects Procurement Lead and Project Managers to ensure projects are managed in accordance with contractual obligations
* Supporting Project Managers to ensure all contractual notices are submitted correctly and on time
* Managing contract enquiries, variations, disputes and commercial risks, including negotiation with customers where required
* Participating in project and contract reviews, analysing budgets, cost to complete, variations, claims and project performance indicators
* Providing general commercial and strategic advice, including preparing commercial documentation, maintaining commercial databases and supporting board papers
* Monitoring adherence to corporate governance requirements, policies and risk controls
* Driving continuous improvement initiatives across commercial management activities
* Training and coaching the business to uplift commercial acumen and support practical application of commercial principles
We're Looking for Someone Who:
* Is degree‐qualified in Business or a related discipline, supported by relevant commercial experience
* Brings strong commercial acumen, with demonstrated experience identifying, managing and mitigating commercial risk
* Has well‐developed negotiation skills, with the ability to influence outcomes and gain stakeholder commitment
* Is highly analytical, with strong problem‐solving skills and experience delivering continuous improvement initiatives
* Has proven stakeholder management capability, partnering effectively across diverse internal and external groups
* Can communicate complex commercial concepts clearly at all levels, both written and verbally
* Has delivered commercial outcomes across multiple concurrent projects, ideally within infrastructure, engineering or construction environments
* Demonstrates behaviours aligned to EPSA's values of Safety & Wellbeing, Honesty, Accountability, Performance, and Engagement
Why Join EPSA?
* Seamless onboarding – Start strong with our centralised induction program at our Mulgrave Head Office
* Celebrate you – Paid birthday leave and volunteer leave
* Exclusive discounts – Retail offers, CAT merchandise and health insurance discounts
* Drive your way – Novated vehicle lease options available
* Support for families – Paid parental leave for life's most important moments
* Grow with us – Job‐relevant education support, Cat University and ongoing development
* Recognition matters – Employee Recognition Program and Service Awards
* Wellbeing first – 24/7 confidential support through our Employee Assistance Program
This is an opportunity to play a key commercial role supporting EPSA's projects, tenders and strategic initiatives — with exposure across the business and meaningful impact on outcomes and risk management.
Apply now to be part of a team that delivers commercially sound, customer‐focused energy solutions.
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