Commercial Manager Opportunity — Major Water Infrastructure Program
Location
Sydney, NSW
Base pay range
A$260,******/yr - A$310,******/yr
About the Role
As Commercial Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving the commercial strategy, financial governance, and risk management for the program.
You will lead a team of contract administrators and quantity surveyors, ensuring best-practice contract management, cost control, and client engagement across all delivery phases.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee all commercial functions across design and construction packages, ensuring compliance with head contract and subcontract terms.
Lead project cost reporting, forecasting, and cashflow management to support program financial performance.
Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities, ensuring appropriate mitigation strategies are in place.
Prepare, assess, and negotiate variations, claims, and extensions of time in line with contractual requirements.
Drive accuracy and transparency in monthly cost reporting, valuations, and performance metrics.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
Mentor and develop the commercial team to promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, and excellence.
About You
You are a commercially astute leader with deep experience in infrastructure delivery and a strong understanding of NEC, GC21, or similar collaborative contract frameworks.
You thrive in fast-paced, complex environments and bring a strategic mindset to cost, risk and contractual management.
Qualifications & Experience
Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Law, Engineering or a related discipline.
10+ years' experience in commercial management within major infrastructure projects.
Proven track record in managing multi-disciplinary teams across large-scale civil, utilities or water projects.
Strong negotiation, analytical and communication skills.
Demonstrated success working under alliance, D&C, or program delivery models.
Why Join
Opportunity to influence one of Australia's most significant water infrastructure programs.
Work with a Tier 1 contractor known for innovation, collaboration and safety leadership.
Long-term program pipeline offering career stability and professional growth.
Competitive salary package with flexible work options and professional development support.
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Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Finance
Industries
Civil Engineering, Construction, and Financial Services
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