Procurement Advisor (Adelaide)

Brilliant people trusted to do brilliant things Your Opportunity Due to strong growth and an exciting pipeline of projects, Mott MacDonald’s Defence and Security team in Adelaide has an exciting opening for a Procurement Advisor to support the delivery of complex projects through effective procurement and contract management. You will be joining a diverse and passionate team with a proven track record delivering major projects across Australia. This role will contribute across the full procurement lifecycle, working closely with project teams to drive compliant, timely, and commercially sound outcomes. In this role you will have the opportunity to:
- Support the development of procurement strategies and plans aligned to project objectives
- Manage end-to-end tendering activities, including documentation, clarifications, and evaluation coordination
- Coordinate tender evaluations, approvals, and procurement documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance
- Assist with contract preparation, execution, and administration, including variations and probity requirements
- Monitor supplier performance and contractor onboarding, ensuring alignment with contractual obligations
- Support project delivery through procurement scheduling, reporting, and cross-functional collaboration with project teams About You
- Tertiary qualifications in Project Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
- Championing best practices and making clear, well-informed project decisions.
- Ideally 3-7 years experience working with multi-disciplinary teams and stakeholders to shape and deliver project scope.
- Robust organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a structured manner.
- Foundational understanding of budget and schedule management.
- Current baseline security clearance with the ability to receive NV1 clearance. Veteran Employment Support As a recognised Veteran Employment Supporter and signatory to the Veteran Employment Commitment, we actively encourage applications from current and former Australian Defence Force personnel. Culture & Benefits Mott MacDonald celebrates diversity and inclusion, offering a supportive work environment that values work‑life balance, diversity, inclusion, and equity. We welcome diverse applicants, including First Nations People, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people of all genders, neurodiversity, cultural backgrounds, age groups, and those with intersectional identities. Our benefits package is designed to enhance your experience:
- A flexible and agile work atmosphere that caters to your professional journey and life's special moments
- A competitive salary complemented by Discretionary Group and Personal Performance Bonuses for eligible employees
- Comprehensive coverage including life and salary continuance insurance, providing peace of mind during uncertain times
- Opportunities to enhance your work‑life balance through the option to purchase extra annual leave
- Employee resource groups including the Inclusive Network for Women, Corporate Social Responsibility and more Employee Ownership
- Our employee ownership model means no external investors, just us, creating a culture of shared success.
- Our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, giving them a direct connection to our success through personal and group performance bonuses.
- As your career grows, so does your stake, recognising your long‑term impact and contribution.
- Your voice matters, with the opportunity to connect directly with senior leadership through formal channels to help shape our future. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rv9j9