Overview
We're currently partnering with a key Tier 1 infrastructure contractor who are experiencing strong demand for experienced Procurement & Contracts professionals across major utilities construction projects in 2026. These opportunities will suit candidates with strong experience in complex project procurement, subcontracting, and commercial negotiations across sectors such as energy, utilities, transport, resources, and major infrastructure. Contract durations will be between 6-12 months, with strong potential for extensions depending on project lifecycle and performance.
The organisation
Our client are well renowned a tier one infrastructure contractor, with a diversified portfolio of projects Australia wide. These roles are concerned with the delivery of a variety of major energy and utilities infrastructure projects ranging from $100m-$1bn+ in value. These projects are high profile, and successful candidate will be responsible for delivering highly strategic procurement and contracting outcomes. You'll operate in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments where commercial thinking, collaboration, and adaptability are critical.
The role
We have a variety of opportunities available, from senior advisor through to senior manager level, responsible for shaping and executing sourcing and contracting strategies across bid and mobilisation phases of major projects.
* Developing and executing procurement and subcontracting strategies for complex, high-value packages
* Supporting major bids and tenders with market intelligence, cost inputs, risk assessments, and sourcing approaches
* Leading end-to-end procurement for subcontract packages and specialist equipment (including long-lead and international supply)
* Preparing tender documentation, managing evaluation processes, and resolving commercial and technical non-compliances
* Leading commercial negotiations with subcontractors and suppliers to achieve best-for-business outcomes
* Drafting and negotiating subcontract terms, managing departures, and preparing award recommendations
* Partnering with project leadership during mobilisation to ensure cost, schedule, and risk outcomes are met
* Managing supplier relationships, performance reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives
* Ensuring strong governance, auditability, and compliance with procurement frameworks and client requirements
These roles require strong stakeholder engagement capability and the confidence to operate at senior levels within large project delivery environments.
Your background
We are keen to speak with professionals who can demonstrate:
* 7-10+ years' experience in project-based procurement and contracts environments within Australia (infrastructure, energy, utilities, resources, or similar)
* Strong experience supporting or leading major bids, tenders, and project mobilisation
* Proven capability managing high-value, high-risk, or technically complex packages
* Strong understanding of Australian construction contracting environments and commercial models (e.g. EPC, D&C, ECI, etc.)
* Experience with subcontractor sourcing, commercial negotiations, and award processes
* Confidence working with senior stakeholders across engineering, project delivery, and executive teams
* Strong commercial acumen, problem-solving ability, and attention to detail
* Ability to operate in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments
* Formal tertiary qualifications in supply chain, commerce, engineering, construction management, or similar are preferred but not essential for the right background.
What's on offer
* Contract opportunities typically ranging from 6-12 months
* Exposure to large-scale, high-profile energy infrastructure projects
* Competitive daily rates aligned with experience
* Highly autonomous roles with genuine influence over commercial outcomes
* Opportunity to work with well-established, delivery-focused project teams
* Strong likelihood of extensions depending on project lifecycle
How to apply
If you're an experienced Procurement & Contracts professional working across major infrastructure or capital projects and would like to be considered for these opportunities, please apply via the advertisement or contact Colten Harvey on charvey@sharpandcarter.com.au with an up to date CV attached.
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