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Commercial & Contract Manager

KBR


Job Location:

Canberra - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 10 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 7 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Title:

Commercial & Contract Manager

At KBR We do things that matter

We deliver science technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 38000 people worldwide with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in over 29 countries.

KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology value-added services and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR We Deliver.

KBR in Australia

With over 65 years working on some of Australias largest and most complex projects KBR has unmatched experience supporting the nations critical infrastructure energy transition and national security priorities. KBR has around 2000 employees throughout Australia who are focused on delivering innovative technology and engineering solutions for a safer more secure and sustainable future.

Learn more about KBR in Australia

Belong Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of teams philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong Connect and Grow. We Deliver Together.

The Opportunity

KBR is seeking an experiencedCommercial & Contract Manager with a strong background in financial acumento support theGuided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance (GWEO) Enterprise one of Australias most significant Defence capability programs.

This is an exciting opportunity to apply your commercial procurement and contract management expertise to support the delivery of complex Defence acquisition outcomes. Working alongside project teams Commonwealth stakeholders and industry partners you will contribute to procurement strategies tender activities contract performance management and commercial decision-making.

This role can be based ineither Melbourne or Canberra providing flexibility for the right candidate.

Responsibilities:

  • Support the development and delivery of complex procurement activities including procurement strategies tender documentation evaluation plans and approval submissions.
  • Develop and manage procurement and tender documentation including Request for Tender (RFT) materials evaluation reports and procurement schedules.
  • Provide contract management support for ASDEFCON contracts including contract changes deliverable reviews contractor performance monitoring and contract reporting.
  • Assist with contract negotiations delegate approvals contract management plans and commercial governance activities.
  • Provide accurate and timely commercial and financial advice to stakeholders and decision makers.
  • Identify assess and manage commercial financial and delivery risks.
  • Ensure compliance with Defence procurement policies processes and governance requirements.
  • Prepare internal briefs approval submissions reports and executive documentation.
  • Coordinate project representation at key contract meetings workshops and commercial forums.
  • Support continuous improvement of procurement and contract management practices across the GWEO Enterprise.

As the ideal candidate you will bring:

  • Demonstrated experience in procurement commercial management contract management or Defence acquisition environments.
  • Experience supporting complex government or Defence contracts with ASDEFCON experience highly desirable.
  • Strong understanding of procurement processes commercial strategies tender activities and contract performance management.
  • Strong understanding and ability to analyse both commercial and financial information and provide clear advice to stakeholders.
  • Tertiary qualification in financial discipline highly desirable.
  • Strong written communication skills with experience preparing briefs submissions reports and decision-support documentation.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to work collaboratively across project teams government and industry partners.
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities in a complex program environment.
  • A proactive approach with the ability to identify risks solve problems and deliver quality outcomes.
  • Minimum AGSVA NV1 Security Clearance and Australian citizenship required to be eligible.

What we will offer you:

A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work

Flexible working

Competitive salary (including annual reviews)

Paid parental leave

Income protection

Corporate rewards

Salary packaging/Novated leasing

Employee stock purchase plans

Flu shots skin checks and discounted private health insurance

Career development: Online learning mentorship and career pathways

If youre ready to shape tomorrow lets get started. Apply Now!

As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As such our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.

Notice to Third Parties/Recruitment Agencies:KBR Australia does not accept unsolicited resumes or any liability associated with fees or costs from recruitment agencies search firms or third parties who have not been engaged directly on this job opportunity. Candidates interested in applying are welcome to submit their application online.


Required Experience:

Manager


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