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Step into a career thats as big as Australias energy future! Snowy 2.0 is more than a projectit''s the nations largest renewable energy initiative, expanding the iconic Snowy Scheme to deliver reliable power and critical energy storage. As part of the client-side Owners Team, we lead the charge, working hand-in-hand with delivery partners and stakeholders to make Snowy Hydros vision of a sustainable, reliable energy future a reality. The Role Were looking for Commercial Managers to take a key leadership role on the Snowy 2.0 Project. Youll oversee all commercial and contractual aspects, managing relationships, ensuring compliance, and strategically navigating claims, variations, and negotiations. This is your chance to make a real impact on one of Australias most ambitious infrastructure projects. The role is based in Cooma, with a generous relocation package for those ready to move. Cant relocate? A FIFO (5:2) roster will also be considered for the right candidate. What Youll Do Lead Contract Negotiations Use your Quantity Surveying and Cost Management expertise to drive high-impact negotiations with contractors on claims and variations, safeguarding Snowy Hydros interests and project objectives. Build Stakeholder Partnerships Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure seamless project delivery. Manage Subcontract Variations Serve as the go-to contracts expert, managing subcontract variations with clarity, precision, and consistent communication. Resolve Claims and Variations Strategically balance risk, opportunity, and long-term project goals when resolving claims and variations. Ensure Compliance Maintain legal, regulatory, and contractual compliance to reduce risk and support proactive decision-making. Risk Management Identify, assess, and mitigate risks linked to claims, variations, and commercial issues before they escalatem. Commercial Reporting & Insights Provide actionable insights and reporting to senior leadership, translating complex commercial and cost data into strategic guidance. Drive Continuous Improvement Streamline processes, drive efficiency, and embed best-practice contract and cost management across the team. Team Leadership & Mentorship Mentor and guide team members, fostering a collaborative, high-performing commercial and contracts culture. What Youll Bring You hold a Bachelors or Masters degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, Law, or a related discipline, backed by extensive senior-level experience in contract administration or management. Youve built a strong record managing claims and variations on major projects, with exceptional expertise in Quantity Surveying and/or Cost Engineering particularly in cost management and forecasting. Youre a proven leader who has guided teams of contract professionals and brings deep knowledge of EPC contracts, legal compliance, and risk management. Your strengths include sharp negotiation skills, strategic thinking, and sound problem-solving all supported by advanced proficiency in contract management systems and processes. The Snowy 2.0 Team At Snowy 2.0, we live by One Team Working Together. If you thrive on problem-solving, love a challenge, and want to make a real difference, this is your chance to join a team shaping the future of renewable energy. Come be part of one of Australias most iconic infrastructure projects apply now and start your Snowy story! #J-18808-Ljbffr