Commercial Manager

DCOH; Darwin; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

DCOH, a Darwin-based construction and development company, is seeking a Commercial Manager to lead all commercial activities on a technically complex project. You will ensure contractual obligations are met, risks are managed, and project performance remains commercially sound.

You will oversee head contract administration, procurement strategies, cost control, and financial reporting, while guiding project teams and junior staff toward successful outcomes.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Construction Law, Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline.
• Proven 10+ years experience delivering the commercial function on large-scale building or infrastructure projects.
• Deep understanding of construction contracts (AS, GC21, or equivalent) and relevant legislation.
• Skilled in procurement, tendering, subcontractor management, and contract negotiation.
• Experienced in managing project budgets, cash flow, and financial reporting from pre-contract to final account.
• Capable of identifying, assessing, and mitigating commercial risk across design and delivery phases.
• Technically competent with systems such as Jobpac, Aconex, and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with a collaborative, solutions-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Oversee head contract administration, progress claims, variations, and notices
• Manage procurement strategy and execution across all trade packages
• Support design development and project planning with cost and contractual input
• Monitor project costs, maintain rolling forecasts, and produce monthly financial reports
• Review subcontractor claims and variations, ensuring compliance and cost alignment
• Ensure accurate commercial documentation, records, and audit trails are maintained
• Provide commercial guidance to project managers, site teams, and design consultants
• Mentor and support Contracts Administrators and junior staff
• Represent DCOH in negotiations and formal communications with clients, subcontractors, and consultants

Skills

Degree in CM/Engineering

10+ years experience

Contracts knowledge

Procurement & Tendering

Budgeting & cash flow

Risk management

Jobpac & Aconex

Leadership & communication

Education

Degree in Construction/Engineering/CM/QS

Tools

Jobpac

Aconex

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Who We Are

Established in 1987, DCOH is an experienced construction and development company operating across residential, commercial, hospitality and real estate sectors.

Who We Are

Established in 1987, DCOH is an experienced construction and development company operating across residential, commercial, hospitality and real estate sectors.

We have a strong track record delivering complex projects, including award winning work such as the Charles Darwin University Danala Education and Community Precinct, recognised with a 2025 National Master Builders Award of Excellence.

With operations in both the Northern Territory and Victoria, we deliver high quality projects with a clear focus on buildability, programme certainty and strong on-site execution.

Driven by a commitment to Building Better, DCOH combines experience, innovation and disciplined execution creating lasting value for our clients, partners and the communities we serve.

Who You Are

This Darwin-based role

will suit a commercially driven construction professional with a strong foundation in engineering principles and contract management. You understand how design intent, site conditions, and programme interact with cost, risk, and compliance. The right candidate knows how to lead teams through complexity to deliver clear commercial results.

• Degree qualified in Construction Law, Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline
• Proven 10 experience delivering the commercial function on large-scale building or infrastructure projects
• Deep understanding of construction contracts (AS, GC21, or equivalent) and relevant legislation
• Skilled in procurement, tendering, subcontractor management, and contract negotiation
• Experienced in managing project budgets, cash flow, and financial reporting from pre-contract to final account
• Capable of identifying, assessing, and mitigating commercial risk across design and delivery phases
• Technically competent with systems such as Jobpac, Aconex, and Microsoft Excel
• Strong communication and leadership skills with a collaborative, solutions-focused approach

What You'll Do

As Commercial Manager, you'll lead all commercial activities across a technically complex project, ensuring that contractual obligations are met, risks are managed, and project performance is commercially sound.

• Oversee head contract administration, progress claims, variations, and notices
• Manage procurement strategy and execution across all trade packages
• Support design development and project planning with cost and contractual input
• Monitor project costs, maintain rolling forecasts, and produce monthly financial reports
• Review subcontractor claims and variations, ensuring compliance and cost alignment
• Ensure accurate commercial documentation, records, and audit trails are maintained
• Provide commercial guidance to project managers, site teams, and design consultants
• Mentor and support Contracts Administrators and junior staff
• Represent DCOH in negotiations and formal communications with clients, subcontractors, and consultants