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Commercial Manager

NEXTDC
Melbourne, AUS
Full-time
Senior · 10+ years experience
Onsite
Discovered 1 months ago
AconexProcoreMicrosoft applications

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What will you do

Leadership & Culture

Lead and develop high-performing commercial teams.

Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and commercial excellence.

Commercial Strategy & Planning

Develop commercial, procurement, and contracting strategies.

Support project planning through cost modelling and forecasting.

Contract Management

Negotiate and manage contracts with contractors, consultants, and vendors.

Oversee variations, claims, disputes, and contractual compliance.

Cost Management

Manage budgets, cost control, forecasting, and financial reporting.

Monitor cash flow and financial risk.

Risk & Compliance

Identify and mitigate commercial risks.

Ensure compliance with contractual, legal, and governance requirements.

Stakeholder Management

Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Provide strategic commercial advice to project leadership.

Commercial Performance

Drive commercial integrity, cost efficiency, and value across project delivery.

What will you need

Proven leadership and stakeholder management capabilities.

Extensive commercial management experience within construction projects, ideally in data centres or other mission-critical environments.

Strong knowledge of Australian construction regulations, procurement frameworks, and approval processes.

Advanced contract administration and financial management expertise.

Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

Proficiency in commercial and project management systems, including Aconex, Procore, and Microsoft applications

Ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic project environment.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

10+ years’ experience in commercial management within the construction or infrastructure sectors.

Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, Law, Finance or a related discipline.

Professional certifications such as MRICS, PMP, or AIQS highly regarded.

Experience working with principal contractors or in client-side commercial leadership roles preferred

Be part of a fast-growing, future-focused technology company

Play a key role in supporting AI and digital infrastructure in Australia

Thrive in a collaborative, inclusive, and values-driven culture

Access career development and progression opportunities as we expand

Our mission is to continue building a diverse and inclusive workforce which represents the communities in which we operate.

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