Senior Contracts & Commercial Manager - Fit-Out

Amida Recruit AU; Sydney; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Amida Recruit AU is seeking a Contracts Manager/Commercial Manager for a leadership role in fit-out/refurb projects. You will oversee commercial function, manage multiple concurrent projects and mentor the CA team to ensure compliant financial management.

The role requires strong contract management, preconstruction and risk oversight, plus experience in cost control, bid management and reporting to senior leadership. A pathway to senior leadership is offered.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Commerce or Law.
• Strong preconstruction and contract management skillsets.
• Strong people management skills and ability to provide support to the team with experience in developing a high performing finance/commercial function.
• Proven understanding of engineering concepts.

Responsibilities

• Working closely with the Group Commercial Manager and Senior Leadership team to achieve desired outcomes.
• Managing the Commercial function’s framework, business plan and conducting commercial reviews.
• Managing multiple concurrent projects at various stages of the project lifecycle and being an escalation point for a team of CAs at various levels.
• Keeping an up to date knowledge of industry standards and outside trends and providing guidance to the Management Team.
• Top level monitoring contractors/consultants to ensure they are adhering to commitments and responsibilities.
• Understand and manage contractor/consultant contractual risk.
• Preparation and implementation of business plans and budgets, reviewing and providing accurate forecasts.
• Report Writing
• Drafting Procedures and Specifications
• Training and mentoring the team

Skills

Contract management

People management

Communication

Cost management

Bid management

Contract risk

Education

Engineering/Construction/Law degree

Job description

Amida Recruit AU is seeking a Contracts Manager/Commercial Manager for a leadership role in fit-out/refurb projects. You will oversee commercial function, manage multiple concurrent projects and mentor the CA team to ensure compliant financial management.

The role requires strong contract management, preconstruction and risk oversight, plus experience in cost control, bid management and reporting to senior leadership. A pathway to senior leadership is offered.