Commercial Manager
Core
Lead the commercial function across major infrastructure projects, ensuring strong governance, financial performance, contract compliance, and effective project controls.
Role type
Senior Commercial Manager (Infrastructure/Construction)
Builds
Commercial governance frameworks, financial controls, and joint venture commercial strategies
Domain
Infrastructure, Construction, Transport, Defence, Utilities
Required skills
Commercial leadership, financial governance, contract management, risk management, claims management, joint venture management, supply chain cost optimization, senior stakeholder negotiation, SAP/Cost management systems proficiency
Preferred skills
Experience in safety-critical environments, ability to influence senior leaders, team mentorship
Technologies
SAP, Cost management systems
Responsibilities
Lead all aspects of the Commercial function including governance and controls; Provide leadership and supervision to Project Managers and Contract administrators; Direct interface with customers at senior levels; Lead project commercial positions across Joint Venture partners; Develop and maintain project commercial disciplines; Set expectations with Procurement for cost-effective supply chain; Review Contract Obligations and workflows for compliance; Review RFTs and proposed Contract terms; Review Subcontract Documents for critical clauses; Manage and execute major claims with Clients or Contractors; Ensure compliance with record keeping requirements.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities