Senior Cost & Commercial Lead – Infrastructure Programs

Mace; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working options

Professional development

Job summary

Mace is executing a complex, large scale infrastructure programme in Sydney. We are seeking an experienced commercial leader to drive cost control, valuations, and post‑contract activities while guiding senior teams to deliver high standards within a regulated environment.

Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in major programmes, strong risk and cost analysis skills, and a commitment to sustainability and social value in delivery. Flexible and hybrid working options are considered.

Qualifications

• Experience leading commercial strategy and procurement for major programmes.
• Strong ability to analyse costs, risks and changes across complex projects.
• Proven leadership, coaching and stakeholder engagement capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Leads cost and commercial delivery, overseeing valuations, cost control and post‑contract documentation.
• Manages senior teams, delivering leadership and continuous improvement across activities.
• Oversees cost assessments, design changes, contract awards, delay claims and client charges.
• Ensures timely issuance of certificates, completion requirements and final accounts.
• Implements best‑practice processes and transformational change with stakeholders.

Skills

Commercial leadership

Procurement strategy

Stakeholder management

Cost analysis

Leadership and coaching

Education

Relevant degree in construction/engineering/quantity surveying

Job description

Mace is executing a complex, large scale infrastructure programme in Sydney. We are seeking an experienced commercial leader to drive cost control, valuations, and post‑contract activities while guiding senior teams to deliver high standards within a regulated environment.

Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in major programmes, strong risk and cost analysis skills, and a commitment to sustainability and social value in delivery. Flexible and hybrid working options are considered.