Commercial Manager

Housing Industry Association Limited; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Career progression

Professional development

Mentoring

Training opportunities

Job summary

DigiCo is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join our Sydney team. You will manage commercial contracts, negotiate terms, monitor budgets, and mitigate risks across construction projects.

In this full-time role based in Sydney, you will collaborate with project managers, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure on-time delivery within budget while maintaining contractual compliance and high standards of governance.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in commercial contracts management within construction projects.
• Strong financial acumen to monitor budgets and cashflow.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for stakeholder negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Managing and administering all commercial aspects of construction contracts, including variations, claims, and disputes
• Negotiating terms and conditions with contractors, suppliers, and other project stakeholders to protect company interests
• Preparing and reviewing commercial documentation including tender submissions, contracts, and commercial proposals
• Monitoring project budgets, expenditure, and cashflow forecasts to ensure financial targets are met
• Identifying and managing commercial risks throughout the project lifecycle
• Liaising with project managers, finance teams, and external stakeholders to ensure commercial alignment
• Maintaining detailed records of contractual obligations, payment schedules, and key milestones
• Providing commercial advice and strategic guidance to senior management on project and contract matters
• Resolving commercial disputes and managing claims processes in a timely and professional manner

Skills

Contracts management

Budget management

Negotiation

Project coordination

Risk management

Job description

• Manage and administer all commercial aspects of construction contracts.


• Negotiate terms and conditions with contractors and suppliers.


• Monitor project budgets and manage commercial risks.

About DigiCo

DigiCo is a global leader in carrier and cloud-neutral digital infrastructure, delivering secure, scalable, and high-performance data centre, cloud, and connectivity solutions across Australia. Our facilities support enterprise, government, and hyperscale customers, enabling low-latency, high-reliability operations with seamless access to global networks and cloud platforms.

About the role

DigiCo is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join our growing team. This is a full-time position based in Sydney NSW. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for managing commercial contracts, negotiations, and relationships across our construction projects. You will play a critical part in ensuring that our projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with contractual obligations. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the commercial success of our organisation whilst working with a dynamic team on high‑profile construction initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Managing and administering all commercial aspects of construction contracts, including variations, claims, and disputes


• Negotiating terms and conditions with contractors, suppliers, and other project stakeholders to protect company interests


• Preparing and reviewing commercial documentation including tender submissions, contracts, and commercial proposals


• Monitoring project budgets, expenditure, and cashflow forecasts to ensure financial targets are met


• Identifying and managing commercial risks throughout the project lifecycle


• Liaising with project managers, finance teams, and external stakeholders to ensure commercial alignment


• Maintaining detailed records of contractual obligations, payment schedules, and key milestones


• Providing commercial advice and strategic guidance to senior management on project and contract matters


• Resolving commercial disputes and managing claims processes in a timely and professional manner

What we're looking for

• Extensive experience in commercial contracts management within the construction industry, ideally gained on large-scale or complex projects


• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, including understanding of standard forms such as AS ********* and other industry-standard templates


• Proven experience in contract negotiation, variations management, and claims administration


• Solid financial acumen with the ability to manage budgets, forecast costs, and manage project cashflow


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to negotiate effectively at all levels


• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills to manage multiple contracts and projects simultaneously


• Proficiency with relevant software and systems for contract management and project administration


• Professional certification in construction contracts management or equivalent recognised qualification is highly desirable


• The ability to work independently whilst collaborating effectively with cross‑functional teams


• Sound understanding of construction law, risk management, and commercial best practice

What we offer

HMC Capital Limited is committed to creating a supportive and rewarding work environment. We offer competitive remuneration packages commensurate with experience and qualifications. Our comprehensive benefits programme includes professional development opportunities, allowing you to enhance your skills and advance your career within a growing organisation. We recognise the importance of work‑life balance and offer flexible working arrangements where appropriate. Our inclusive workplace culture celebrates diversity and encourages innovation, collaboration and personal growth. We provide access to ongoing training, mentoring and career progression pathways to help you achieve your professional goals.