- Major Residential Development
- Pathway for Senior Contract Administrator
- Major Project Delivery Partner
A major project delivery partner with a secured pipeline of landmark residential developments is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to lead the commercial delivery of multiple mid to high-rise residential projects across Brisbane. This newly created leadership position has been established to support a strong forward workload of more than 1,000 apartments over the next four years and offers the opportunity to become a key member of the senior project leadership team. This is a delivery-focused role responsible for leading the commercial function and contract administration from project commencement through to practical completion while supporting a seamless transition from pre-construction into delivery.
The Role:
Reporting to the Project Director, you will lead the commercial and contract management of projects throughout construction, ensuring strong financial performance, effective contract administration and proactive commercial risk management. Key responsibilities include:
- Lead all commercial and contractual aspects of project delivery from commencement through to final account.
- Manage head contract obligations and subcontract administration.
- Oversee procurement, trade package management and subcontract negotiations.
- Manage progress claims, variations, EOTs, commercial correspondence and dispute resolution.
- Maintain accurate cost forecasting, cash flow and financial reporting.
- Monitor project budgets and identify commercial risks and opportunities.
- Work closely with Project Managers, Site Managers and Construction Teams to achieve commercial objectives.
- Mentor and develop Contract Administrators and Commercial team members.
- Support project handover from the pre-construction team and provide commercial input where required.
- Provide commercial reporting and recommendations to senior management.
What We're Looking For:
- Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Commercial Management or a related discipline.
- Minimum 10 years' experience in commercial management or senior contract administration within a Tier 1 or Tier 2 construction contractor.
- Experience with professional organisations such as AIQS, RICS or CIOB will be well regarded but is not essential.
- Robust experience delivering commercial outcomes across mid to high-rise residential, commercial or mixed-use developments.
- Demonstrated experience managing procurement, subcontract administration, cost control, forecasting, variations and commercial reporting.
- Proven ability to lead commercial teams and mentor Contract Administrators.
- Strong understanding of Australian Standard contracts and commercial risk management.
- Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with project delivery teams to achieve programme, commercial and client objectives.
Applications
This is an outstanding long-term opportunity to join a growing contractor with a substantial secured pipeline of residential developments throughout Brisbane. Working closely with senior leadership, you will play a key role in delivering some of Brisbane's most significant residential projects while helping shape the future commercial capability of the business. A highly competitive remuneration package will be negotiated based on experience. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.