Commercial Manager

NEXTDC; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

NEXTDC is a leading Australian data centre company driving AI and digital infrastructure nationwide. The Commercial Manager leads the commercial function for assigned Hyperscale Data Centre projects, overseeing all financial, contractual, and procurement activities, ensuring integrity, cost efficiency and risk management to deliver project objectives.

You will lead commercial teams, shape strategies, negotiate contracts, manage budgets and cash flow, and build strategic relationships with

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and stakeholder management in large construction projects.
• Extensive commercial management experience in data centres or mission-critical environments.
• Advanced contract administration and financial management expertise.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop high-performing commercial teams.
• Develop commercial, procurement, and contracting strategies.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with contractors, consultants, and vendors.
• Manage budgets, cost control, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Identify and mitigate commercial risks and ensure compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Commercial management

Contract negotiation

Cost forecasting

Education

Degree in QS/CM/Engineering/Law/Finance

Tools

Aconex

Procore

Microsoft Office

Job description

At NEXTDC we are building the heart of Australia & Asia’s high-tech future. We design,buildandoperateworld class, next generation data centres, usingcutting edge, environmentally efficient infrastructure to service the specific requirements of local, international customers.

NEXTDC is an exciting ASX 100-listed technology company, only 16years young andoperating17 data centres across 7 major cities in Australia, with multiple international sites in development to support our customer’s digital infrastructure.

At NEXTDC our success depends on the talents of our people, and we foster a culture of continued learning and development. Our culture is built on collaboration and innovation, we are passionate about what we do, and we are committed to our mission to be the leading customer-centric data centre services company.

Where Cloud lives and AIthrives

The Commercial Manager leads the commercial function for assigned Hyperscale Data Centre projects, overseeing all financial, contractual, and procurement activities throughout the construction lifecycle. Responsible for ensuring commercial integrity, cost efficiency, and effective risk management, the role works closely with project teams, contractors, consultants, vendors, and internal stakeholders to deliver strong commercial performance and achieve projectobjectivesaligned with the company’s strategic goals.

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

• Identifyand mitigate commercial risks.
• Ensure compliance with contractual, legal, and governance requirements.

Stakeholder Management

• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Providestrategic 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 andfinancial managementexpertise.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiencyin commercial and project management systems, including Aconex, Procore, andMicrosoft 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,Financeor 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.

Make NEXTDC your next move.