Shape the future + Drive commercial success
Lead high-impact projects and negotiations
Be the trusted advisor and key decision-maker
Commercial Manager - Drive growth, unlock opportunities, and shape the future.
Your new company
Join one of Northern Queensland's most respected and rapidly expanding organisations during an exciting period of growth and transformation. We are seeking a motivated and experienced Commercial Manager to play a pivotal role in driving business growth and profitability. This senior leadership position offers the opportunity to oversee day-to-day commercial operations while identifying, pursuing, and capturing new business opportunities.
Your new role
This is a high-impact leadership role where you'll drive profitability, capture new opportunities, and deliver commercially sound projects that align with organisational goals. As Commercial Manager, you'll shape strategic decisions, lead growth initiatives, and make a meaningful difference in a forward-thinking organisation committed to shaping the future of Northern Queensland.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Driving growth through new ventures, property development, tendering, and residential projects.
- Leading commercial negotiations and managing high-value contracts from development to execution.
- Acting as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and stakeholders, ensuring commercial interests are protected and opportunities maximised.
- Providing strategic advice on risk management and commercial opportunities.
- Overseeing financial performance, cost control, and commercial risk across multiple projects.
- Managing projects from inception to completion, ensuring timelines, budgets, and compliance requirements are met.
- Building and nurturing strong client and stakeholder relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
- Developing and leading a cross-functional team, collaborating with other departments to deliver outstanding commercial outcomes.
What you'll need to succeed
To excel in this role, you'll be a proactive and strategic leader with exceptional communication, negotiation, and analytical skills-capable of balancing big-picture vision with hands-on execution.
Essential requirements include:
- A proven track record in financial management of projects, contract negotiation, and risk mitigation.
- A completed Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Accounting, or Commerce.
- Current membership with CPA Australia or Chartered Accountants ANZ (highly desirable)
- Minimum 7 years' experience in legal, commercial, or contract roles, including at least 3 years in senior-level strategic negotiations.
- Expertise in contract review, drafting, and negotiation for major projects within construction, infrastructure, or property development sectors.
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to identify and mitigate risk effectively.
- Exceptional interpersonal, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Proficiency in risk management tools, ERP systems, and financial platforms.
What you'll get in return
This role requires a proactive leader with exceptional communication, negotiation, and analytical skills, capable of balancing strategic vision with hands-on execution. In addition to a competitive salary (negotiable based on your skills and experience), you'll enjoy:
- Generous superannuation contributions
- Five weeks of annual recreation leave plus leave loading.
- Paid parental leave options to support your family.
- Salary packaging options to maximise your benefits.
- Access to health and wellbeing programs to keep you at your best.
The position is based in Townsville and offers hybrid working arrangements, but you'll need to reside locally to ensure strong engagement with the executive team and key stakeholders.
What you need to do now
Please send your up-to-date CV and cover letter to or call for a confidential discussion. Our office hours will be limited during the Christmas and New Year period. I will be available throughout the Christmas break but will be on leave from Friday 2nd January until Monday 19th January. All applications will be reviewed and responded to by Wednesday 21st January 2026.