Commercial Manager | $120m Residential Project | Lower North Shore
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Manager to join an award-winning construction company delivering a major $120M high-rise residential apartment project on Sydney's Lower North Shore.
This is a senior project position with responsibility for the commercial performance of the project, providing an opportunity to take genuine ownership across procurement, cost management, subcontractor management and commercial strategy.
We are also open to speaking with experienced Contracts Managers as well as accomplished Senior Contracts Administrators ready to step into a Contracts/Commercial Manager role.
The Opportunity
Working closely with the Project Director and wider construction team, you will take ownership of the commercial and contractual function across the project.
Leading the commercial management of a $120m residential development
Developing and managing procurement strategies and letting major subcontract packages
Managing project cost reporting, forecasting and cash flow
Managing subcontractor claims, variations, EOTs and contractual matters
Reviewing scopes of work and ensuring comprehensive subcontract agreements
Identifying and managing commercial and contractual risk
Working closely with the project and site teams to achieve commercial and program outcomes
Managing head contract requirements and client-side commercial matters
Providing accurate commercial reporting to senior management
Leading, mentoring and supporting Contracts Administrators within the project team
Driving strong commercial processes throughout the project lifecycle
About You




You will be an experienced construction commercial professional with a strong background delivering projects for a head contractor or builder/developer.
Ideally, you will have:
Experience as a Commercial Manager, Contracts Manager or Senior Contracts Administrator
Solid experience across residential, commercial or mixed-use construction
Experience working on large-scale projects, ideally $80M+
Strong procurement and subcontractor management capability
Demonstrated experience with cost reporting, forecasting, variations and claims
Sound understanding of construction contracts and commercial risk
Experience with Jobpac, Procore or similar construction management systems
Strong negotiation and stakeholder-management skills
The ability to lead and mentor junior commercial staff
A relevant qualification in Construction Management, Finance, Quantity Surveying, Engineering or similar
Previous Class 2 residential experience will be highly regarded, however candidates with strong commercial experience across other major building projects are also encouraged to apply.
Why Join?
This is an opportunity to step into a key commercial position on a significant Sydney residential development with a strong pipeline of work ahead.
For an experienced Senior CA, it represents a genuine opportunity to step into Contracts Management and take ownership of the commercial function on a major project.
For an established Contracts Manager, it offers the opportunity to join an experienced team and play a key role in the delivery of a landmark Lower North Shore development.
Additional Information
Lead commercial delivery of a $120m high-rise residential project
Own procurement, cost reporting, forecasting and commercial strategy
Great chance for a Senior CA ready to step into a Manager role
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