Senior Commercial Manager

Mcmservices; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Professional development opportunities

Competitive remuneration

Job summary

McMahon Services is seeking a Senior Commercial Manager for its Civil & Infrastructure team based in Adelaide. You will own contract governance, risk, procurement compliance and EOM performance across a multi-state portfolio, partnering with Legal and senior leaders to elevate commercial systems.

With 10+ years in commercial management within construction and a strong leadership track record, you will drive governance, subcontractor management and forecasting while mentoring a nationwide

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in commercial management or contract administration within the construction industry.
• At least 5 years in civil or building construction.
• Proven track record leading contract administration, claims management and commercial risk on large-scale infrastructure or civil projects.
• Strong knowledge of procurement, subcontractor management and financial/commercial forecasting, including EOM processes.
• Excellent commercial acumen, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong leadership capability with experience mentoring commercial or contract administration teams.

Responsibilities

• Own commercial governance across the Civil & Infrastructure stream and subsidiaries.
• Lead contract compliance upstream and downstream with customers, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Manage claims, notices, variations and dispute resolution with Legal on material risk.
• Own subcontractor and major procurement governance and flow-down of head contract obligations.
• Be instrumental in the End of Month process – certifying claims, validating accruals and supporting forecasting.
• Lead, mentor and develop the Contract Administrator team across regions and entities.
• Drive continuous improvement across commercial systems, templates and processes.

Skills

Contract governance

Commercial management

Procurement management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Risk management

Education

Tertiary qualification in Law

Tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying

Tertiary qualification in Construction Management

Tertiary qualification in Engineering

Tertiary qualification in Commerce

Job description

McMahon Services is one of Australia's largest privately owned construction, industrial and environmental services organisations, employing over 1,300 people across Australia.

Our Civil & Infrastructure team delivers complex, multidisciplinary infrastructure projects nationwide, across ports, defence, power and energy, and civil works. We don't just deliver projects – we invest in our people, providing genuine opportunities to develop, lead and build long-term careers.

About the Role

McMahon Services is seeking an experienced Senior Commercial Manager to join our Civil & Infrastructure team, based in Adelaide.

This is a senior, stream-wide opportunity for a commercially astute construction professional to own contract governance, commercial risk, subcontractor and procurement compliance, and End of Month (EOM) commercial performance across the C&I business.

Working closely with the Executive General Manager, General Managers and Operations teams, and in close partnership with Legal, you'll lead the Contract Administrator function, drive full contract compliance both upstream and downstream, and play a lead role in improving the stream's commercial business systems.

Is This Your Next Career Move?

If you've built your career with a Tier 1 or leading Tier 2 contractor and are ready for broader commercial leadership across a multi-state portfolio, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

This role could suit:

• A Senior Contract Administrator or Contracts Manager ready to step into a stream-wide commercial leadership role.
• A Commercial Manager looking for greater ownership across a larger, multi-entity portfolio.
• An experienced commercial professional seeking direct involvement in contract governance, procurement strategy and business systems improvement.

At McMahon Services, you'll continue delivering nationally significant infrastructure projects while accelerating your career in a collaborative and supportive environment.

What You'll Do

• Own commercial and contract governance across the Civil & Infrastructure stream, including all subsidiary entities.
• Lead contract compliance both upstream (head contracts, customers) and downstream (subcontractors and suppliers).
• Manage claims, notices, variations and dispute resolution, working closely with Legal on material risk.
• Own subcontractor and major procurement governance, including commercial reviews and flow-down of head contract obligations.
• Be instrumental in the End of Month (EOM) process – certifying subcontractor/supplier claims, validating procurement accruals and supporting commercial forecasting.
• Lead, mentor and develop the Contract Administrator team across all regions and entities.
• Drive continuous improvement across commercial systems, templates and processes.

What You'll Bring

• Tertiary qualification in Law, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering or Commerce.
• 10+ years' experience in commercial management or contract administration within the construction industry, including at least 5 years in civil or building construction.
• Proven track record leading contract administration, claims management and commercial risk on large-scale infrastructure or civil projects.
• Strong knowledge of procurement, subcontractor management and financial/commercial forecasting, including EOM processes.
• Excellent commercial acumen, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong leadership capability with experience mentoring commercial or contract administration teams.

What Will Set You Apart

• Experience operating across multiple entities, regions or business units within a single commercial function.
• Strong understanding of standard construction contract forms (e.g. AS4000, GC21, NEC) and commercial risk management.
• Proven ability to manage complex commercial risk and subcontractor/supply chain compliance across large-scale projects.
• Experience driving commercial systems or process improvement initiatives.
• Ability to build long-term customer and subcontractor relationships and drive commercial performance.

Why Join McMahon Services?

• Lead commercial strategy across a nationally significant Civil & Infrastructure portfolio.
• Genuine ownership and influence across contract governance, procurement and commercial performance.
• Long-term leadership and career progression opportunities.
• Work alongside experienced industry leaders.
• Strong pipeline of civil, defence and infrastructure projects.
• Collaborative, values-driven and high-performing culture.
• Ongoing professional development and continuous learning.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're looking for more than just your next commercial role and are ready to influence outcomes across a multi-state infrastructure business while advancing your leadership career, we'd love to hear from you.

McMahon Services operates across South Australia, the Northern Territory and nationally, creating opportunities throughout Australia. If this location isn't quite right, we still encourage you to apply and let us know your preferred location or willingness to travel.

At McMahon Services, we embrace diversity and inclusion as fundamental values. We believe that a diverse workforce fosters innovation, creativity and a deeper understanding of the communities we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences.