Commercial Lead / Commercial Manager - $1bn+ project - MEP Services

Amida Recruit; Sydney; On-site; AUD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

DIDO/FIFO options

Job summary

Amida Recruitment seeks a Commercial Lead / Associate Director for a major Australian infrastructure project. Based in Cooma NSW, with DIDO/FIFO options from Canberra, you will drive cost forecasting, budgeting and contract administration across large-scale MEP and civil packages.

Accommodation is provided and the role offers long-term prospects. You will work with senior leadership to refine project scope, analyse forecasts and prepare variations and claims, ensuring robust financial reporting

Qualifications

• Forecast cost trends and prepare budgets.
• Analyze rates and cost drivers for packages.
• Prepare and manage variations and claims.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed cost forecasting, budgeting and rate analysis.
• Review drawings, forecasts and project docs for accuracy.
• Define, refine and validate project scope and deliverables.
• Prepare and manage variations, progress claims and contracts docs.
• Provide financial and contractual advice to stakeholders.
• Participate in forensic cost reviews and risk assessments.
• Collaborate with project engineers, planners and commercial managers.
• Analyse drawings and scope to improve forecast accuracy.

Skills

Cost forecasting

Budgeting

Rate analysis

Contract administration

Financial reporting

Stakeholder comms

Education

Quantity Surveying

Construction Management

Engineering (Civil)

Tools

Cost management software

Job description

Work on one of Australia's most iconic infrastructure projects. Join a specialist cost consultancy with long-term project security. 12-month+ contract role, ASAP start for the right candidate. Applicants can live locally in Cooma NSW or DIDO or FIFO to Canberra and drive from there. Join a leading cost consultancy delivering on one of Australia's most significant civil infrastructure projects. 12-month+ contract role, ASAP start, Monday to Friday with accommodation provided.

Our client is a specialist Quantity Surveying and Cost Consultancy supporting the delivery of a $1bn+ infrastructure project, one of Australia's largest and most technically complex projects. They are now seeking for a Commercial Lead / Associate Director to join their team in Cooma, NSW. People coming from a Contracts Manager, Senior Consultant or Commercial Manager background will also be suitable.

This role will be working on large scale mechanical and electrical services packages and any experience working on large scale MEP packages previously would be ideal. Especially within a civil project environment. These roles will focus on forecasting, rate analysis, cost breakdowns, and scope definition across major infrastructure and civil packages. You'll work closely with the project leadership team to analyse existing drawings, assess cost forecasts, and help refine and reinvent project scope as it evolves.

Ideal candidates will come from either a Head Contracting or Consultancy background and have experience in forensic cost analysis, contract administration, and financial reporting within large-scale civil or infrastructure projects.

The team offers a supportive working environment with accommodation provided in Cooma NSW. 12-month+ contract role and Monday to Friday role where you can live locally in Cooma NSW or DIDO/FIFO from the surrounding region to/from Canberra Airport and drive the rest of the way.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed cost forecasting, budgeting, and rate analysis
• Review and interpret existing drawings, forecasts, and project documentation
• Assist in defining, refining, and validating project scope
• Prepare and manage variations, progress claims, and contract documentation
• Provide financial and contractual advice to project stakeholders
• Participate in forensic cost reviews and risk assessments
• Collaborate with project engineers, planners, and commercial managers
• Analyse drawings & scope to accurate forecasts

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or Engineering Civil infrastructure or major project experience
• Excellent analytical, reporting, and communication skills
• Proficiency in cost management and contract administration software
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a small, collaborative team
• A flexible, proactive attitude
• Excellent communication skillset both written and verbal
• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Ability to think on your feet and excellent problem-solving skills

This could be a contract or permanent opportunity providing a chance to work on one of Australia's most significant infrastructure projects with a growing consultancy that offers both challenge and long-term prospects.