Head of Commercial

Built; Perth; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Built Living is seeking a senior commercial leader to drive end-to-end commercial performance across development, manufacturing and design&construct delivery. You will establish disciplined commercial frameworks, govern risk, and lead procurement strategy to deliver margin and cash flow at scale.

Reporting into the national leadership team, you will build a high‑performing commercial function, set standards, and coach a growing team as Built Living expands nationally across Australia.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in commercial leadership within construction, property development, infrastructure or related project delivery.
• Advanced understanding of contracts, procurement models, and risk management.
• Proven ability to build and lead high-performing commercial teams.

Responsibilities

• Set and execute the commercial strategy across development, manufacturing and D&C delivery.
• Lead procurement strategy, negotiations with major suppliers and strategic partners.
• Develop framework agreements leveraging scale and long-term buying power.
• Build and lead a high-performing commercial function with clear standards and governance.

Skills

Commercial leadership

Contract management

Financial acumen

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying / Construction Management / Engineering

Tools

Contract management software

ERP systems

Job description

Built isn’t waiting for the future. We’re building it.

Built Living is transforming the way Australia delivers medium and high-density residential developments. The future of housing is being rewritten. Built Living is changing how homes are designed, manufactured, built and delivered across Australia.

A joint venture between Built and Wesfarmers, Built Living combines proven development and construction expertise with advanced manufacturing, digital design and a product-led delivery model to create quality homes faster, with greater certainty and at scale.

The business operates across an integrated value chain spanning development, design, advanced manufacturing and design and construct delivery. As Built Living scales nationally, commercial leadership will be critical to protecting value, creating repeatable systems and balancing immediate establishment priorities with the long‑term needs of the D&C business.

The Opportunity

The role holds end-to-end accountability for commercial performance, governance and risk across the Built Living portfolio. You will be responsible for establishing disciplined, repeatable commercial frameworks across development, manufacturing and D&C delivery. The role is accountable for margin performance, cash flow, cost predictability, procurement outcomes, contractual risk and the capability of the commercial function.

In this role, you will:

• Set and execute Built Living’s commercial strategy, aligned with business objectives, shareholder expectations, Built governance and agreed risk appetite.
• Establish commercial delegations, approval pathways, controls and operating rhythms across the portfolio.
• Create repeatable commercial processes that support national scale without losing agility or accountability.
• Provide commercial leadership across Development and Manufacturing during the establishment phase, while building the long‑term D&C commercial model.
• Lead national procurement strategy, market engagement and commercial negotiations with major suppliers, subcontractors, equipment vendors and strategic partners.
• Develop framework agreements and procurement models that leverage standardisation, manufacturing scale and long‑term buying power.
• Lead end-to-end commercial outcomes for the D&C business, from opportunity assessment, estimating and contract negotiation through delivery, completion and close‑out.
• Build and lead a high‑performing commercial function across estimating, procurement, contracts and project commercial management.
• Set clear standards and accountabilities, coach commercial leaders and develop succession and capability as the business scales.

What we are looking for

• 15+ years’ experience in commercial or contracts leadership within construction, property development, infrastructure or a related project delivery environment.
• Demonstrated accountability for commercial outcomes across complex projects or a portfolio, including margin, cash flow, forecasting and risk.
• Advanced understanding of construction contracts, procurement models, contract administration, claims, variations and dispute resolution.
• Proven success negotiating major customer, supplier, subcontractor or strategic procurement agreements.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen, with the ability to translate complex issues into clear executive recommendations.
• Proven experience building, leading and developing high-performing commercial teams.
• Tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, Construction Law, Commerce, Finance or a related discipline.

About Built

Built is a leading privately owned construction company operating across Australia, NewZealand and the United Kingdom. With more than 1,300 people and a strong pipeline of diverse projects, we combine Tier 1 capability with the agility of private ownership, where decisions are quick, ideas are heard, and your impact is visible.

We are committed to innovation and new ways of working, investing heavily in digital solutions to deliver smarter, safer, and more efficient outcomes.

You will thrive among talented, driven people who bring their strengths together and push each other to achieve exceptional results.

Why Built

At Built, we create an environment where people can accelerate their development, take on meaningful responsibility and work across diverse sectors and project scales.

You’ll get exposure quickly, supported by leaders who back good ideas and create space for you to grow.

In return, we look for people who bring curiosity, ownership and a willingness to stretch themselves. We value collaboration, practical problem‑solving, and people who thrive in a culture where everyone contributes to better outcomes.

We also offer a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, growth and life outside of work.

Let’s find new ways together!

If you want to build differently, grow with purpose, and thrive in a team that’s shaping the future, this is your chance.

Where New Ideas Are Always Welcome

We’re building teams that reflect the communities we work in. At Built, we value different perspectives because fresh thinking helps us find better ways of doing things. If you’re excited about this opportunity but don’t tick every single box, we’d still love to hear from you. Curiosity, enthusiasm and a willingness to learn matter just as much as your experience.