Defence Procurement and Contracting Management Consultant

Join a Canberra-Based Advisory Firm Delivering Value Across Government and Defence

At Veseria, we are a proudly Australian-owned advisory services firm specialising in Defence, Federal Government, and large-scale transformation programs. We bring together experienced professionals, innovative thinking, and practical delivery expertise to help our clients solve complex challenges and achieve meaningful outcomes.

Our approach is built around being Vision Driven, Client Focused, and Value Centred. We believe in delivering sustainable outcomes, maintaining the highest standards of integrity and transparency, and creating long-term value for our clients and communities.

As our Defence portfolio continues to grow, we are seeking experienced procurement and contract management consultants to support major capability acquisition, sustainment, ICT, and transformation programs across the Australian Government.

About the Role

You will work alongside senior Defence and government stakeholders, directly contribute to the delivery of a major forward work program supporting maritime capability across its full lifecycle. You will work within a highly integrated Defence environment, partnering with APS and ADF personnel to deliver high-quality procurement outcomes across a complex portfolio of projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Procurement planning

  • Support development of procurement strategies and plans

  • Define scope, sourcing approaches, and timelines

  • Provide advice on contracting models and methodologies

• Tender development

  • Prepare and review procurement documentation (RFT, RFQ, RFI)

  • Draft Statements of Work and evaluation criteria

  • Ensure documentation is clear, compliant, and fit-for-purpose

• Tender process support

  • Assist with tender execution in line with approved plans

  • Coordinate industry queries and responses

  • Support evaluation activities, including compliance and value-for-money assessments

• Contract establishment

  • Support contract negotiation and finalisation

  • Prepare contract schedules and supporting artefacts

  • Assist transition from procurement to contract commencement

• Contract administration

  • Track deliverables, milestones, and variations

  • Maintain contract records and reporting

  • Support ongoing contract performance management

Essential Requirements

• Australian Citizenship.

• Current NV1 Security Clearance (minimum).

• Experience working within Defence, Federal Government, or Defence consulting environments.

• Experience in procurement planning, tendering, and contract administration

• Ability to support evaluation processes and value-for-money assessments

• Knowledge of Commonwealth financial governance, compliance requirements, financial controls, and audit support processes.

• Experience maintaining financial records and working with financial management systems.

• Excellent written communication, stakeholder engagement, and presentation skills.

• Ability to operate independently and collaboratively in complex stakeholder environments.

Why Join Veseria?

At Veseria, we are building a team of professionals who care about delivering quality outcomes, supporting clients with integrity, and helping shape the future of Australia's Defence and Government sectors. We combine the agility of a Canberra-based SME with deep expertise across strategy, finance, costing, procurement, program delivery, and transformation.

You'll have the opportunity to:

• Work on high-impact Defence and Government programs.

• Collaborate with experienced consulting leaders and subject matter experts.

• Contribute to meaningful and nationally significant outcomes.

• Grow your career within a supportive and values-driven organisation.

• Be part of a team that prioritises excellence, integrity, and long-term client value.

If you're passionate about Defence capability, financial management, and delivering lasting value for clients, we'd love to hear from you.