Title:Senior Commercial SpecialistAre you ready to take the lead on commercial strategy for high-profile defence projects?Do you thrive in complex environments where government contracting, risk management, and cost control intersect?Are you looking to work alongside top-tier professionals in a supportive, high-performance team?If so, we want to hear from you.As KBR’s Infrastructure Solutions Australia division continues to expand, particularly within our Defence, Buildings and Nuclear market sector, we are seeking a Senior Commercial Specialist to play a key role in supporting our growing pipeline of projects and proposals. This role is available due to continued growth, and strong commercial leadership is essential to ensuring successful delivery across major contracts. We’re open to applicants based in any of our KBR state offices – Perth, Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, or Brisbane.Key Responsibilities:Support the pursuit team in developing contracting strategies for prime contracts, major subcontracts, and purchase ordersAdminister key commercial activities including claims, variations, delays, and subcontract execution in line with the commercial strategyEnsure timely and accurate project information is provided to the Project Manager to support decision-makingSupport preparation and review of estimates to ensure completeness and accuracyContribute to the development and implementation of change management processes to identify commercial exposures and claimsAssist in negotiating major subcontracts and purchase orders, ensuring appropriate risk and commercial terms are flowed downDraft contractual correspondence including notices, letters of entitlement, and supporting documentationMonitor project financial performance, risks, cash flow, and adherence to commercial terms and financial targetsCollaborate with legal, procurement, subcontracts, and other specialists to support claims development and submissionContribute to commercial training, tools, procedures, and capture of lessons learned for continuous improvementSkills & Experience Required:Tertiary qualification in Business, Engineering, Law, Finance, Management, or Quantity SurveyingMinimum 8 years of relevant experience working with contractors, subcontractors, and owners on defence or government procurement projectsStrong understanding of the nuances and complexities of government and defence contractsProven experience in commercial management of major defence projectsSkilled in managing and administering major subcontracts, including flowing down head contract termsProficient in submitting contractual notices, processing variations, and managing extensions of timeDemonstrated ability to liaise effectively with internal departments and subcontractors to ensure accurate contract cost tracking and managementStrong commercial acumen and attention to contractual compliance and risk mitigationWhy join KBR:Our KBR Values - We Value Our People, We Deliver, We Are People of Integrity, We Empower, We Are a Team of Teams – these values embody our people centric organisation.At KBR, we don’t just talk about culture—we live it.Connect with diverse thinkers and passionate collaborators across our Australian and global teams.Belong to a workplace where your voice matters, and your impact is valued.Grow your career with ongoing opportunities to lead, learn, and push boundaries.What We Offer:A supportive team where leadership is human, not hierarchical.Flexible work options that suit your lifestyle.Meaningful, high-impact projects across a variety of sectors.Leadership and technical development programs to support your growth.Ready to shape the built environment and your future?Apply now and help us build a better tomorrow, together.Follow us on LinkedIn to stay connected with new roles and project updates.#LI-DNP #LI-DNI #S-DNI
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