Contracts Manager

At JLL, we see a Brighter Way forward for our clients, our people, our planet, and our communities. With over 200 years of real estate experience, we are, and always have been, in continual pursuit of brighter ways of working.

We bring to life see a Brighter Way in all that we do by seeking better, smarter, more innovative ways of working. We approach our work in a warmer, more optimistic, and inclusive way.

JLL is a global leader in helping clients envision where people will live, work, play, shop, and eat.

About Us:

Our Projects and Development Services (PDS) team provide corporate and institutional clients with the management of design, construction, and relocation services to minimise risk and eliminate unnecessary cost.

Projects range from greenfield developments to major fit-outs and refurbishments, from single one-off projects to state, national multi-site and regional roll-out projects requiring consistent nationwide delivery. 

As one of the largest project management firms in Australia with a team of over 320 professional staff, we operate in sectors including commercial, industrial, education, data centres, hotels, retail and defence. 

What this job involves

You will serve as the primary point of contact for all PDS Australia and New Zealand and assess the risks associated with contract terms and conditions and mitigation techniques (collaborating with legal and risk teams).

A snapshot of the role:

Procurement

Streamline procurement processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness with vendor management and fostering supplier relationships. Point of escalation for the evaluation and negotiation of contracts with vendors.

Value & Growth:  

Identify opportunities for business growth and develop strategies to maximise value. Collaborate with PDS and the wider JLL business lines to identify potential partnerships or other growth opportunities.

Commercial & Business Compliance:

Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, legal requirements and internal policies. Stay up to date with regulatory changes and industry best practices to ensure compliance for PDS team.

Digitization & Scalability:

Work with BI Analytics team to develop business operations dashboard to bring agility and transparency in operating performance reviews.

Sound like you?  This is what we’re looking for:

You have proven experience in business models, client requirements, industry delivery and contracting models and are able to confidently review contracts and identify and minimize key risk to JLL business.

You understand the legal environment for each project in respect of planning, commercial aspects and delivery constraints and can carry out commercial negotiations with clients, contractors, suppliers, consultants and authorities within established limits of authority.

We need a strong communicator, who is able to advise and influence senior stakeholders across a diverse range of topics, coupled with sophisticated negotiating skills and able to partner with business, sales leaders, and vendors to achieve the best outcome for PDS when negotiating with Clients and other JLL businesses.

Highly detailed and always “leading by example” your commitment to successful change is long term and consistent – you can critically review risk, financial, contract, and sales information. Provides

A degree in a relevant legal discipline with other formal education and experience in Construction, Engineering or Project Management is desirable

What to expect from us:

As an organisation, we don’t just accept that we are a place of many different people, but we embrace it, we celebrate it, and we proactively support the needs that difference brings. JLL is committed to equal opportunity and building an inclusive workplace.  

This is why, for more than a decade, we continue to rank among the World’s Most Ethical Companies. We support applications from all underrepresented groups, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBT+, people with disability and people of all age, religions, and race.

We are dedicated to offering veterans from all ranks and services a successful civilian career as they transition out of the military. We recognise and appreciate the skills acquired in their service careers as vital and transferable to our workforce. 

Location:

Remote –Brisbane, QLD, Melbourne, VIC, Sydney, NSW

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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