Commercial Manager

Laing O'Rourke Australia Construction Pty Limited; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 160,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Six months paid parental leave at full

In-house training and on-the-job dev

Discounts across retailers

Job summary

Laing O’Rourke Australia Construction Pty Limited is seeking a Commercial Manager to lead commercial activities on defence infrastructure projects in Australia. The role requires MRICS status or progression, 10+ years in construction commercial, relevant degree, and strong Excel skills. You will manage budgets, risk, contracts, and relationships with clients and supply chains to deliver complex programs.

Qualifications

• MRICS or working towards MRICS.
• Minimum 10 years of post-graduate experience in commercial within the construction industry.
• Construction/Building/Engineering degree or equivalent required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and other MS Office tools.
• Australian citizenship and ability to obtain NV1 level Defence Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Drive performance, margin and risk management for projects.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, cost control and reporting.
• Manage commercial risk, change, claims, disputes and contract compliance.
• Build strong client, stakeholder and supply chain relationships.
• Develop and mentor a high-performing commercial team.
• Champion innovation and continuous improvement across project delivery.

Skills

MRICS

10+ years experience

Commercial leadership

Education

Construction Management degree

Engineering degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

At Laing O’Rourke, you won’t just build projects, you’ll help shape the future. As a $6 billion privately owned global engineering and manufacturing-led construction leader, we deliver some of the nation’s most complex infrastructure, from transport networks to defence and utilities.

Be part of Australia’s largest-ever defence infrastructure program

Laing O’Rourke, with joint venture partner Amentum Australia, will play a central role in supporting Australian Naval Infrastructure (ANI) to develop and deliver the Nuclear-Powered Submarine Construction Yard (NPSCY) project at Osborne, South Australia.We will provide program and construction management services of nuclear related civil infrastructure, site‑wide nuclear licensee development expertise, and nuclear safety leadership.

At Laing O’Rourke, we’re committed to helping our people thrive and build meaningful, rewarding careers. We offer exceptional development opportunities, wellbeing support and a range of benefits designed to support you both at work and beyond.

We’re proud to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from First Nations Peoples and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Laing O’Rourke is also recognised by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.

Some of our benefits include:

• In-house training and on-the-job development opportunities
• Six months’ paid parental leave at full pay for all employees
• Purchased leave options and volunteering leave
• Exclusive discounts and savings across hundreds of Australian retailers

Learn more about our Benefits & Rewards and our Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan https://www.laingorourke.com/company/diversity-and-inclusion

We are currently seeking a Commercial Manager to join our AUKUS team.

Key responsibilities

• Drive performance, margin and risk management.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, cost control and reporting.
• Manage commercial risk, change, claims, disputes and contract compliance.
• Build strong client, stakeholder and supply chain relationships.
• Develop and mentor a high-performing commercial team.
• Champion innovation and continuous improvement across project delivery.

About you

• Attained or working towards obtaining MRICS.
• Minimum 10 years’ post graduate experience in commercial within the construction industry.
• Construction Management, Building, Engineering degree or equivalent.
• Microsoft software especially Excel.
• Applicants must be Australian citizens and hold or be able to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance to NV1 level.

If you’re ready to do meaningful and career-defining work that leaves a lasting impact on communities for generations,

Laing O’Rourke is currently delivering some of Australia’s most exciting projects across the transport, building construction, defence, airports, mining, civil and social infrastructure sectors.

The business has been recognised three times on the AFR’s Most Innovative Australian Companies index and is committed to becoming the recognised leader for innovation and excellence in the construction industry.

We know that building an enduring and innovative organisation requires us to develop and nurture the very best talent from across the industry and are committed to driving real change across the industry to ensure both men and women can access rewarding and challenging careers.

Laing O’Rourke is currently delivering some of Australia’s most exciting projects across the transport, building construction, defence, airports, mining, civil and social infrastructure sectors.

The business has been recognised three times on the AFR’s Most Innovative Australian Companies index and is committed to becoming the recognised leader for innovation and excellence in the construction industry.

We know that building an enduring and innovative organisation requires us to develop and nurture the very best talent from across the industry and are committed to driving real change across the industry to ensure both men and women can access rewarding and challenging careers.