Senior Commercial Manager
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 21, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 20, 2026. Downer Group scores A on the Alion truth index.
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Senior Commercial Manager to join Downer's Energy & Utilities business, supporting major power and renewable energy projects across Australia.
The opportunity
This Senior Commercial Manager will play a key commercial leadership role within our Power projects team and subsequently support bids and project delivery across substations, transmission lines and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). Ideally, you’re located in Adelaide, SA, however eastern state applicants are encouraged to apply.
Working closely with project, bid and operational teams, you will provide strategic commercial leadership, manage contractual risk, drive commercial excellence and support successful project outcomes across the full project lifecycle.
What you’ll do
- Leading commercial and contractual negotiations with clients, suppliers and subcontractors
- Providing expert advice on commercial strategy, risk and contract management
- Site travel will be required to support project delivery, stakeholder engagement and commercial oversight
- Supporting claims preparation, contract administration and dispute resolution
- Driving compliance with governance frameworks, project controls and commercial processes
- Managing commercial reporting, project risk and financial exposure
- Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Supporting project bids, contract reviews and commercial handovers
- Promoting commercial capability and best practice across project team
What we offer
- Competitive remuneration with a significant ASX-listed company
- Structured career paths with the opportunity to work in different areas of the Utilities business, supported by a robust Commercial Operating Model
- A suite of health and wellness benefits and initiatives, including EAP Beyond Blue
- Retail discounts with major retailers, Dell, Good Guys, Samsung, Specsavers & ANZ
- We are a Tier 1 ASX listed company with in-house capabilities that far exceed traditional contractor
environments
What we’re looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in law, Quantity Surveying or Construction Management, or similar discipline preferred
- 10+ years commercial experience within construction projects, ideally in transmission and renewable energy sectors
- This position is ideally based in Adelaide, South Australia, however exceptional candidates located across the Eastern States will also be considered.
- Strong experience negotiating and administering complex contracts and commercial agreements
- Knowledge of project management, contract management, risk management and financial management principles
- Proven ability to identify, assess and manage project risks and opportunities
- Demonstrated success building relationships with key stakeholders and leading commercial outcomes
- Excellent negotiation, conflict resolution and communication skills
- Strong commercial acumen and understanding of relevant legislation and contractual frameworks
- A collaborative leadership style with a focus on continuous improvement and commercial excellence
About Energy & Utilities
Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.
Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.
How to apply
Click "Apply" to start your application. We look forward to hearing from you! Downer does not accept unsolicited resumes, fees, or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms, or third parties. Candidates are welcome to submit their applications via the advertisement.