Commercial Manager | Major Infrastructure Projects | Long-Term Career Pathway

McConnell Dowell Australia; Perth; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

McConnell Dowell is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join our Adelaide Terrace office overlooking the Swan River. The role will provide commercial leadership across project delivery, head contracts and subcontractor governance, supporting WA and SA operations.

This opportunity targets candidates from Tier 1/2 environments, offering influence beyond contract administration and a path to shape outcomes across alliances and joint ventures.

Qualifications

• Significant Commercial Management experience within infrastructure, construction or engineering projects.
• Tier 1 and/or Tier 2 contractor experience preferred.
• Strong capability in contract administration, cost control and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial administration of head contracts and subcontract agreements.
• Drive project cost control, forecasting and commercial reporting.
• Identify, manage and mitigate commercial risk and opportunity.
• Support procurement and supply chain commercial strategies.
• Partner with project leadership teams to optimise project performance.
• Build effective relationships with clients, partners, subcontractors and suppliers.

Skills

Commercial management

Cost control

Forecasting

Contract administration

Stakeholder management

JV/alliances

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Job description

McConnell Dowell is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join the team based in our Adelaide Terrace office overlooking the Swan River.

The need for this role is driven by continued project success and growth across our Western Australian and South Australian operations. Initially supporting a major project delivery team, this role is designed to evolve beyond a single project, providing ongoing commercial leadership across future opportunities as our pipeline continues to expand.

For Commercial Managers from Tier 1 and Tier 2 contracting environments, this opportunity offers something increasingly difficult to find: technically challenging projects, genuine influence, and the ability to remain close to project delivery while contributing to broader business outcomes.

At McConnell Dowell, we are known for our appetite for creative construction. Our strong Design & Construct capability means you'll be working in environments where engineering innovation drives delivery outcomes. The commercial landscape is therefore far more diverse than traditional construct-only projects, with complex stakeholder interfaces, varied supply chains and opportunities to add real value beyond contract administration.

The Opportunity

You will provide commercial leadership across project delivery, supporting the successful management of head contracts, subcontractor agreements, commercial risk, forecasting and project performance. Working closely with project leadership teams, you will play a key role in balancing commercial outcomes with the collaborative behaviours required within alliance and joint venture environments.

Why McConnell Dowell

• Complex infrastructure projects that challenge conventional thinking
• A business recognised for Design & Construct capability and innovative delivery solutions
• Opportunity to shape commercial outcomes rather than simply administer contracts
• Strong pipeline of work across WA and SA
• Long-term career pathway beyond a single project
• Perth CBD location with sweeping Swan River views
• Flexible working arrangements aligned to project and business requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Lead commercial administration of head contracts and subcontract agreements
• Drive project cost control, forecasting and commercial reporting
• Identify, manage and mitigate commercial risk and opportunity
• Support procurement and supply chain commercial strategies
• Partner with project leadership teams to optimise project performance
• Build effective relationships with clients, partners, subcontractors and suppliers

About You

• Significant Commercial Management experience within infrastructure, construction or engineering projects
• Tier 1 and/or Tier 2 contractor experience preferred
• Strong capability in contract administration, cost control and forecasting
• Experience working within alliances, joint ventures or other collaborative delivery models
• Relevant tertiary qualification and ability to influence project and executive stakeholders

If you're looking for a role where your commercial expertise can genuinely influence project outcomes while building a long-term future within a growing infrastructure business, we'd welcome a confidential discussion.

So, join us, be you, and help us create better together.

We are an equal opportunity employer. People of all ages, abilities, sexual orientation, gender identities & cultures including Aboriginal, and Torres Strait Islanders are strongly encouraged to apply.

Please note all successful applicants must hold valid work rights for Australia and pass a satisfactory pre-employment medical which includes drug and alcohol checks.