Commercial Director | CJC Commercial | North Sydney
Lead three high‑performing commercial teams across major infrastructure projects.
CJC is a specialist commercial, contracts, and engineering consultancy supporting Australia's most significant transport and infrastructure programs. As we continue to grow, we're appointing a Commercial Director to oversee our core commercial service lines and shape the next phase of CJC's evolution.
About the Role
Reporting to the executive team, you will lead three specialist groups:
Team A – Transactions & Advisory
Procurement, commercial advisory, transactions, PPPs
Team B – Secondment & Consulting
Embedded commercial specialists, contract administration, project consulting
Team C – Claims & Disputes
Claims strategy, delay & disruption, dispute advisory
What You'll Do
Strategic Leadership
Lead and unify commercial teams under a cohesive strategy aligned with CJC's growth objectives.
Develop CJC's commercial framework, methodologies, and service delivery standards.
Contribute to business planning and national growth strategy
Commercial Governance
Lead all commercial and contractual oversight across the business.
Ensure best‑practice approaches to contract management, claims strategy, risk management, and dispute resolution.
Oversee the quality, accuracy, and consistency of commercial deliverables across all teams.
Operations & Team Management
Manage and mentor senior leaders across Transactions & Advisory, Secondment & Consulting, and Claims & Disputes.
Oversee resource planning, capability development, and recruitment strategies.
Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
Client & Stakeholder Relationships
Strengthen CJC's presence with public and private sector clients.
Act as an escalation point for complex commercial matters and high‑value negotiations.
Build long-term client relationships and identify opportunities for service expansion.
Project & Business Performance
Oversee portfolio financial performance, forecasts, and reporting.
Drive quality assurance and continuous improvement across all commercial activities.
Support bids, proposals, and commercial inputs for major tenders.
Qualifications & Experience
Previous experience as a Commercial Director or Commercial Manager specialising in major infrastructure or engineering projects.
Demonstrated experience across at least two of the following areas, ideally all three:
Commercial advisory & transactions
Contract administration / commercial secondment services
Claims, disputes, delay & disruption
Strong understanding of complex commercial contracts, procurement frameworks, and relevant legislation.
Expertise in managing Principal–Contractor relationships, PPP models, and high‑value negotiations.
Proven ability to lead and grow multi‑disciplinary teams.
Why CJC?
Competitive remuneration, profit shares plus super
A strong pipeline of iconic infrastructure projects across Australia and globally.
Recognition as a Smart50 company for Diversity & Inclusion
Ongoing learning and development with clear career pathways and leadership programs.
Access to wellbeing programs and free confidential counselling for you and your family.
A close-knit, high-performing team with exposure to major projects.
Ready to Lead CJC's Commercial Function?
Apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Business Development and Sales
Industries
Business Consulting and Services