Lead Consultant – Commercial Advisory

HKA

Lead Consultant focusing on major capital programs at HKA, driving strategic procurement and commercial advisory in a collaborative environment.

Posted 6/19/2026full-timeSydney • 🇦🇺 AustraliaSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead high-impact work on major capital programs
Develop procurement and delivery strategies for complex projects
Deliver complex procurement transactions including tender management and negotiation
Manage key stakeholder client relationships

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven project, procurement and commercial experience
Knowledge of construction commercial principles
Degree qualification in any related discipline (Engineering, Quantity Surveying, etc.)
Strategically minded with initiative to develop strategies
Willingness to support team’s professional development
Sound working knowledge of public sector procurement principles
Experience developing procurement strategies for major infrastructure projects
Understanding of standard form or bespoke contracts
Proven ability to create trusting relationships with clients

Benefits

Comp & perks

Meaningful, high-impact work
Collaborative, multidisciplinary environment
Support and commitment to professional growth
Access to clear, structured development pathways
Mentoring opportunities
Flexibility in working hours and location
Inclusive and collaborative culture

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Hard Skills & Tools

procurementtender managementnegotiationproject managementcommercial experienceconstruction commercial principlesprocurement strategiesinfrastructure projectsstandard form contractsbespoke contracts

Soft Skills

strategically mindedinitiativeprofessional developmentrelationship buildingclient management

Certifications

degree in Engineeringdegree in Quantity Surveying