Senior Commercial Delivery Manager – Water Infrastructure

Downer EDI Limited; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 190,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Career development opportunities

Zero Harm culture

Strong client relationships

Job summary

Downer EDI Limited in Brisbane is seeking a Commercial Manager Delivery to shape and execute the commercial strategy across a major water program. You will lead the Contracts team, manage risk, and optimise revenue while building strong client and stakeholder relationships.

The role requires at least five years in construction/infrastructure, the ability to coach teams, and a deep understanding of contract forms and governance. Hybrid work with three office days per week.

Qualifications

• Five years of operating at commercial management level
• Five+ years in construction, infrastructure or related industry
• Experience leading complex commercial teams across major projects
• Knowledge of Australian construction market and standard contract forms
• Experience negotiating contracts with risk management and governance compliance
• Ability to develop and implement commercial strategies to improve revenue, margin and outcomes
• Experience managing project risk, procurement, claims and commercial reporting
• Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills
• Coaching, mentoring and developing teams

Responsibilities

• Lead the Contracts team and shape the commercial strategy for the program
• Optimise revenue opportunities and manage contractual and project risk
• Engage with clients, stakeholders and internal specialists to deliver outcomes
• Coach and develop team members to build a high-performing culture
• Collaborate with project leaders to ensure governance and performance

Skills

Commercial management

Construction/infrastructure

Contract negotiation

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Leadership coaching

Strategic thinking

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's or postgraduate qualification in commercial management or related discipline

Job description

Downer EDI Limited in Brisbane is seeking a Commercial Manager Delivery to shape and execute the commercial strategy across a major water program. You will lead the Contracts team, manage risk, and optimise revenue while building strong client and stakeholder relationships.

The role requires at least five years in construction/infrastructure, the ability to coach teams, and a deep understanding of contract forms and governance. Hybrid work with three office days per week.