Manager Commercial and Contracts Major Projects

Queensland Rail

  • Brisbane, QLD
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 13 days ago
Our team of over 7,500 and our customers are central to everything we do, we have a proud history as a safe and reliable railway operator, with a commitment to ensuring that our operating systems reflect the highest standards. Queensland Rail inspires innovative thought, passionate motivation, teamwork, and forward thinking, where our people can achieve their own career aspirations.Why Queensland Rail?We will provide you with an exciting and diverse career opportunity to join a company that continues to strive in the delivery of a modern and world-class railway provider, you will be able to lead and apply your innovative thoughts to enhance our rail network. For this role we also offer:
  • Highly competitive plus 12.75% superannuation contribution
  • Opportunity to be part of the planning and preparation for the 2032 Olympics
  • Collaborative and engaged work place and team environment
  • Genuine work life balance
  • Free Citytrain travel to and from work and access to other free or discounted SEQ rail travel
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing employees with holistic and contemporary health and wellbeing programs.
  • Professional development and leadership opportunities
About this role:Working within Queensland Rail's Major Projects Integration (MPI) team, the Manager Commercial & Contracts will manage the contractual and commercial items relating to the projects that MPI are accountable for enabling the successful delivery and integration of major growth and transformational rail projects. It is an exciting time to join QLD Rail with huge growth on the horizon as we get ready for Olympics 2032 and beyond!You can expect some of the responsibilities of the role to include:
  • Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including DTMR, Delivery Authorities and internal departments
  • Lead negotiations and successful navigation of governance obligations
  • Prepare detailed analysis and advice on current best practice to support strategic decision making
  • Provide leadership and guidance to team members to ensure effective support while providing strategic advice and an escalation point on evaluation of contractual and commercial matters.
  • Manage legislative, contractual, governance and regulatory compliance through the life of the major projects to ensure risk mitigation and benefit realisation related to the various agreements.
  • In conjunction with other MPI functions support and assist in the asset handover process to ensure that Queensland Rail's requirements are being achieved.
Some of what you will bring to the role:
  • Good knowledge of governing legislation, regulatory, commercial and contractual requirements in a government environment
  • High level of skill in negotiation, implementation and ongoing management of government and commercial arrangements
  • Sound level of strategic, conceptual, analytical, collaborative and influencing skills
  • Extensive knowledge interpreting, managing and translating evolving commercial requirements in a contractually diverse environment
  • Positive and enthusiastic attitude
To read the position description clickSounds great, what's next?If this position interests you and you feel you have the knowledge and experience please apply via our website by clicking onto the “Apply” button. Please submit a resume and covering letter outlining your relevant experience by 11:59pm Sunday 6th May 2024.External applicants applying for roles within Queensland Rail will be subject to Alcohol and Other Drugs pre-employment testing.To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Kelly with your specific enquiry via email Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.Supporting a Diverse Workforce
Queensland Rail is committed to a diverse workforce that is reflective of the customers and communities we serve.We are inclusive, collaborative, respectful, and value our differences. We are 1TEAM, where everyone belongs.

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