Make a lasting impact across regional Western Australia.

RFF is committed to driving sustainable development and economic growth across Western Australia’s regions. Specialising in land assembly, regional development, infrastructure delivery, social programs, and Aboriginal economic development, we partner with a diverse range of clients and communities to deliver meaningful outcomes.

We are seeking a capable and commercially focused Manager – Commercial Operations to support the front end of our consultancy services. Working closely with the COO and broader technical team, this role is responsible for preparing and coordinating inputs for tenders, fee proposals, and project scopes, as well as contributing to business development activities and the pursuit of new project opportunities. It also supports the commercial lifecycle of projects — including invoicing, financial close-out, compliance, and performance reporting across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate the preparation of tenders, fee proposals and scopes of work, working closely with technical team members.

Lead and support business development initiatives and client engagement processes.

Oversee project setup, budgeting, invoicing, and commercial close-out activities.

Provide regular reporting and insights to the Executive Team on business and project performance.

Ensure compliance with internal systems and contribute to process improvement and audit readiness.

Maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal teams.

What We’re Looking For

Proven experience in a commercial, operations, or business services management role within a consulting, planning, or professional services environment.

Strong understanding of fee structures, tendering, and commercial processes.

Demonstrated ability to manage invoicing, financial tracking, and compliance.

Excellent communication and coordination skills across technical and administrative teams.

Highly organised, proactive, and confident working independently.

Familiarity with systems such as Xero, WorkflowMax, or similar is highly regarded.

A tertiary qualification in business, project management, planning, or a related field is desirable but not essential.

What We Offer

A competitive salary package with performance-based bonus.

Flexible working arrangements and a collaborative team culture.

Meaningful project work that supports economic and social outcomes across regional WA.

The opportunity to influence business operations and contribute to organisational growth.

How to Apply

If you're ready to bring your commercial acumen and strategic thinking to a role that makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and a short cover letter that addresses the following:

Describe your experience with business development or pursuing new work in a consultancy or similar environment.

Outline your role in preparing or coordinating tenders, fee proposals, or scopes of work.

Confirm your ability to travel occasionally to regional locations when required.

Applications that directly respond to these questions will be highly regarded. Applications without a cover letter will not be assessed.

Please note: This role is only open to applicants with current Australian work rights. Sponsorship is not available.