Aequalis Consulting is recruiting for an experienced Commercial Manager or Contracts Manager to join an established construction contractor in Sydney. The prospect will suit a commercially capable professional with a strong background in contractor-side construction, contract administration and project commercial management.

Working closely with senior management and project delivery teams, the position will provide commercial oversight across construction projects, supporting contractual performance, financial outcomes and effective risk management. We are interested in speaking with professionals who combine sound commercial judgement with a practical understanding of construction delivery.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage commercial and contractual activities across construction projects.
- Oversee head contracts, subcontract agreements, procurement and contract administration.
- Lead the management of variations, progress claims, extensions of time and contractual disputes.
- Monitor project financial performance, cost reporting, forecasting and commercial risk.
- Support project managers and senior leadership with contractual advice and commercial strategy.
- Negotiate with clients, subcontractors and suppliers to achieve appropriate commercial outcomes.
- Identify and manage contractual exposure throughout the project lifecycle.




- Provide leadership and guidance to contract administrators and commercial team members.

About You

- Proven experience as a Commercial Manager, Contracts Manager or Senior Contracts Administrator ready for broader commercial responsibility.
- Strong experience working for a construction contractor, preferably in a head contractor environment.
- Demonstrated capability managing construction contracts, subcontract packages and commercial negotiations.
- A sound understanding of project financial management, claims, variations and contractual risk.
- Experience working alongside project managers, construction managers and senior leadership.
- Strong stakeholder management, negotiation and communication skills.
- Relevant qualifications in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Law or a related discipline.

Why Apply

- Opportunity to work with an established construction contractor in Sydney.
- Meaningful commercial responsibility across construction project delivery.
- Direct engagement with senior management and operational leadership.
- Scope to influence commercial outcomes and improve contractual processes.
- Opportunity for continued professional development and career progression.
- Confidential recruitment process managed by an experienced specialist consultancy.

📌 Commercial Manager (Sydney)
🏢 Aequalis Consulting
📍 Sydney