Shape Queensland's future as EDQ's Commercial Manager In this pivotal role, you'll provide strategic financial advice and commercial insights that drive transformative development projects across the state. From budgeting and forecasting to risk assessment and governance, you'll influence decisions that deliver sustainable outcomes for housing, infrastructure, and economic growth. Join a dynamic, collaborative team committed to innovation, inclusion, and creating liveable communities. Ready to make an impact? Apply now
Drive Queensland's growth as EDQ's Commercial Manager
Join Economic Development Queensland (EDQ) and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of housing, infrastructure, and economic development across the state. As Commercial Manager within our Development Services division, you'll provide strategic financial leadership and commercial insights that enable transformative projects at scale and pace.
In This Role, You Will
* Support the Chief Infrastructure & Planning Officer and senior leaders with financial advice, analysis, and information, focusing on enhancing the business unit's long-term financial strategy, objectives, and initiatives.
* Partner with senior leaders to deliver robust financial strategies and advice that underpin long-term objectives.
* Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis across diverse projects and funding programs.
* Assess commercial viability, risk, and recoverability models to ensure sustainable outcomes.
* Embed strong governance frameworks and financial controls to maintain integrity and compliance.
* Influence decision-making through clear, impactful analytical reporting and advice on transaction structures and delivery approaches.
* Prepare material for advice, reports, briefing notes, board papers, submissions and funding proposals.
We're looking for a results-driven professional with strong commercial acumen, exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, and the ability to design and implement effective financial systems. Your expertise will help accelerate housing supply, unlock development opportunities, and deliver infrastructure where it matters most. At EDQ, we value diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. You'll enjoy flexible work arrangements, generous leave entitlements, professional development opportunities, and a culture that supports innovation and wellbeing.
EDQ is also looking for people who can contribute to a workplace culture that supports inclusion and diversity and encourages and supports employees as individuals in an inclusive environment by applying diverse and inclusive thinking to our business. The team manages projects across Queensland, so travel may be a requirement of the role. Please refer to the attached role description for a full list of capabilities you will need to succeed in this role.
Ready to make a real impact for Queensland communities? Apply today and help us deliver liveable places and economic prosperity for all.
Applications to remain current for 12 months
Job Ad Reference:
QLD/675287/26
Closing Date:
Thursday, 22nd January 2026
Occupational group
Project Management