Senior Commercial Manager | Major Roads Infrastructure Program (6 month contract

Genesis Recruitment Solutions; Sydney; Híbrido; AUD 148.000 - 221.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Genesis Recruitment Solutions in Sydney is seeking a Senior Commercial Manager to own the commercial outcomes for a flagship road infrastructure project valued at $500M+. Lead a team of five, provide strategic commercial, procurement and risk advice across complex contracts, and oversee delivery in a 6-month contract.

The role covers Construct and Design & Construct contracts with a strong focus on risk management, procurement and contract administration.

Formación

• Extensive experience in major road infrastructure projects (essential).
• Strong background leading commercial outcomes on large-scale construction projects.
• Demonstrated experience across procurement, contract management and project delivery.
• Deep understanding of commercial risk management and allocation.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the commercial management of a major roads infrastructure contract valued at approximately $500M.
• Provide strategic advice on risk, procurement, contract administration, claims, variations and commercial outcomes.
• Manage and mentor a team of commercial professionals.
• Support the delivery of both Construct and Design & Construct (D&C) contracts.
• Drive proactive risk identification, mitigation and dispute avoidance strategies.
• Partner closely with project delivery teams to ensure strong commercial performance throughout project execution.
• Oversee contractor performance, claims, extensions of time and contract compliance.
• Support procurement activities and strategic sourcing decisions.

Conocimientos

Major road infra

Commercial leadership

Procurement

Descripción del empleo

Genesis Recruitment Solutions – Sydney NSW

Contract, Casual/Temporary

Hybrid

1d ago , from Genesis Recruitment Solutions

Join a major roads infrastructure program shaping the future of Western Sydney. As Senior Commercial Manager, you will take ownership of the commercial outcomes for a flagship project valued at $500M+, leading a team of five and providing strategic commercial, procurement and risk advice across complex construction contracts. This is a unique opportunity to influence the successful delivery of one of the region's most significant infrastructure investments.

The Opportunity

This is a 6-month contract offering an attractive day rate.

Working across major road projects from Mamre Road through to Western Sydney Airport, with occasional projects in Liverpool and Blacktown, you will oversee the commercial delivery of a $500M+ project currently in the delivery phase.

You’ll lead a team of five, inheriting three established team members and helping build out the remaining capability, while acting as the trusted commercial advisor to project directors, delivery teams and key stakeholders.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead the commercial management of a major roads infrastructure contract valued at approximately $500M
• Provide strategic advice on risk, procurement, contract administration, claims, variations and commercial outcomes
• Manage and mentor a team of commercial professionals
• Support the delivery of both Construct and Design & Construct (D&C) contracts
• Drive proactive risk identification, mitigation and dispute avoidance strategies
• Partner closely with project delivery teams to ensure strong commercial performance throughout project execution
• Oversee contractor performance, claims, extensions of time and contract compliance
• Support procurement activities and strategic sourcing decisions

27th October, 2026

What We're Looking For

• Extensive experience in major road infrastructure projects (essential)
• Strong background leading commercial outcomes on large-scale construction projects
• Demonstrated experience across procurement, contract management and project delivery
• Deep understanding of commercial risk management and allocation

The Team & Environment

• Based in Parramatta
• Hybrid working model: 3 days office, 1 day WFH, 1 day onsite
• Join a team of 40 infrastructure professionals
• Support a portfolio of approximately 40 active projects
• Projects are already in delivery, allowing you to make an immediate impact

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to join a major infrastructure delivery program at a critical stage, take ownership of a high-profile roads project, lead a growing commercial team, and influence outcomes on projects shaping the future of Western Sydney. If you've successfully led commercial functions on large-scale transport or road infrastructure projects and are looking for your next contract opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.