Senior Commercial Lead - Civil Infrastructure

Whittens; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30% site uplift

Paid Parental Leave

Permanent long-term opportunity

Novated Lease options

Employee Assistance programme

Employee referral scheme

Job summary

Whittens in Australia is seeking an experienced Commercial Lead to join our expanding Commercial team on large-scale civil construction projects. You will drive procurement, contract administration, cost control and commercial reporting to support project forecasts and profitability.

This role requires a decade of relevant experience, strong contracts knowledge, advanced forecasting and excellent stakeholder management.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years in commercial management, contract administration or project controls in construction or infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, claims handling, variations, EOTs, and subcontractor arrangements.
• Excellent commercial acumen with negotiation and written communication skills.
• Advanced forecasting, cost management and financial reporting capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier and subcontractor procurement, engagement and commercial administration with risk allocation and contract formation.
• Oversee project cost control and commercial reporting, including forecasts, cost-to-complete and cash flow.
• Collaborate with project managers and finance to align contractual positions with forecasts.
• Oversee monthly progress claims, ensuring accuracy and contractual entitlement support.
• Review project outcomes against tender pricing and original assumptions.

Skills

Commercial management

Contract administration

Negotiation

Forecasting/reporting

Stakeholder management

Job description

Whittens in Australia is seeking an experienced Commercial Lead to join our expanding Commercial team on large-scale civil construction projects. You will drive procurement, contract administration, cost control and commercial reporting to support project forecasts and profitability.

This role requires a decade of relevant experience, strong contracts knowledge, advanced forecasting and excellent stakeholder management.