Commercial Manager - Utlities

Aequalis Consulting Pty; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Aequalis Consulting is seeking a Commercial Manager to lead the commercial function across major water, energy, and network infrastructure programs in Sydney. You will oversee contract management, risk, procurement, and forecasting, and report to senior leadership.

You’ll partner with delivery, finance and legal teams, mentor junior staff, and drive commercial performance across large programs while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.

Qualifications

• Strong background in contract and commercial management within utilities or infrastructure.
• Deep understanding of head contract frameworks and subcontractor engagement.
• Confident communicator with experience managing commercial performance across large programs.
• Financial literacy and experience producing forecasts and risk reports.
• A proactive mindset with strong stakeholder and team leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead all commercial and contract management activities across multiple utilities projects.
• Oversee contract compliance, risk management, procurement, and cost forecasting.
• Review and negotiate head contract and subcontractor terms.
• Prepare and present commercial reports to senior leadership and clients.
• Build trusted working relationships with delivery teams, finance, and legal stakeholders.
• Mentor and support junior commercial staff and site-based teams.

Skills

Contract management

Commercial management

Stakeholder leadership

Forecasting

Risk reporting

Job description

Our client is a fast-growing infrastructure delivery partner with a reputation for taking on complex utility projects that others shy away from. Known for their collaborative culture, commercial maturity, and strong repeat client base, they’re now seeking a Commercial Manager to help lead the commercial function across a major portfolio of water, energy, and network infrastructure programs. If you're looking to step into a role where your commercial expertise will directly influence critical public outcomes — this is it.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all commercial and contract management activities across multiple utilities projects
• Oversee contract compliance, risk management, procurement, and cost forecasting
• Review and negotiate head contract and subcontractor terms
• Prepare and present commercial reports to senior leadership and clients
• Build trusted working relationships with delivery teams, finance, and legal stakeholders
• Mentor and support junior commercial staff and site-based teams

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong background in contract and commercial management within utilities or infrastructure
• Deep understanding of head contract frameworks and subcontractor engagement
• Confident communicator with experience managing commercial performance across large programs
• Financial literacy and experience producing forecasts and risk reports
• A proactive mindset with strong stakeholder and team leadership skills

At Aequalis Consulting, we’re more than just a recruitment agency—we’re your career partner. With over 25 years of experience, we specialise in connecting talented professionals with opportunities that align with their skills, ambitions, and values. Whether you’re looking for a permanent position, a contract role, or an executive placement, we’re here to support you at every step of your career journey. Join us and discover the next exciting chapter in your professional life.