Vinova are working with a leading infrastructure business to appoint a Head of Commercial into a senior leadership position across its major project portfolio.This is an opportunity to take ownership of the commercial function within an established project delivery business operating across complex infrastructure and energy projects.
You'll have genuine influence over commercial strategy, project performance and how the function develops, while leading an established team.About the roleReporting into a senior Finance & Commercial executive, you will lead the commercial function across a portfolio of major projects.You'll work closely with Project Directors, Delivery, Finance, Legal and Procurement, acting as the senior commercial authority across project delivery.
The role combines strategic commercial leadership with hands-on oversight of contracts, risk, claims, cost performance and major negotiations.You'll also lead and develop a team of Commercial Managers and Contract Administrators, with responsibility for improving commercial capability, governance and consistency across the portfolio.DutiesSet commercial strategy and governance across a portfolio of major projectsLead major contract negotiations, claims, disputes, variations and commercial riskOwn commercial performance, cost control, forecasting, margin and risk reportingLead, coach, and develop a multi-level commercial teamSkills & experienceSenior commercial experience within infrastructure,



energy, utilities or major projectsStrong knowledge of major project contracts, risk allocation, claims and dispute resolutionProven experience leading and developing commercial teamsStrong financial and commercial acumen across project cost, margin, forecasting and riskRelevant qualification in Commerce, Law, Engineering, Quantity Surveying or a related disciplineSenior leadership position with genuine ownership of the commercial functionInfluence commercial strategy across a significant portfolio of major projectsLead and develop an established commercial teamWork closely with senior executives and project leadershipLong-term career opportunity within an established infrastructure businessCompany & cultureOur client is an established infrastructure delivery business with a robust presence across complex project environments.The business delivers technically challenging projects and has established capability across project delivery, commercial, finance, legal and procurement.
Commercial is viewed as a key part of project performance rather than simply a support function, giving this position significant visibility and influence across the organisation.The culture suits someone who enjoys being close to delivery, can build strong relationships with operational teams and is comfortable providing clear commercial direction at senior level.
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📌 Head Of Commercial (Sydney)
🏢 Vinova
📍 Sydney