Strategic Commercial Leader – Major Infrastructure Programs

Perth Airport; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dynamic team culture

Contemporary facilities

Work-life balance

Competitive remuneration

Free on site parking

Job summary

Perth Airport is seeking a Senior Commercial Manager to lead commercial and contract management for a major infrastructure program within its Planning and Projects portfolio. You will drive governance, risk management and procurement excellence, while negotiating complex contracts and delivering long-term value across capital projects.

You will partner with project managers, suppliers and stakeholders to optimise outcomes, manage claims and ensure compliance, safety and sustainability across the

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Law, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Extensive experience in senior commercial and contract management in infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of contract management and procurement methodologies.
• Proven ability to negotiate and deliver commercial outcomes while balancing risk.
• Experience managing claims, disputes and complex commercial matters.
• Good governance, compliance and risk management skills.
• Analytical, problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Stakeholder engagement and communication excellence.
• Leadership in developing high-performing teams.
• Ability to translate commercial data into business outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of commercial and contract management strategies.
• Provide expert commercial guidance to project teams and stakeholders.
• Oversee complex contract negotiations, risk and claims.
• Ensure robust governance frameworks to optimise outcomes.
• Drive procurement strategies aligned with program objectives.
• Monitor contract performance and risk exposure.
• Lead continuous improvement in commercial performance and compliance.
• Ensure safety, environmental and sustainability considerations.
• Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Support strategic planning and business improvement for the program.

Skills

Contract management

Procurement methods

Governance risk

Negotiation

Disputes

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Financial acumen

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Law, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management

Job description

Perth Airport is seeking a Senior Commercial Manager to lead commercial and contract management for a major infrastructure program within its Planning and Projects portfolio. You will drive governance, risk management and procurement excellence, while negotiating complex contracts and delivering long-term value across capital projects.

You will partner with project managers, suppliers and stakeholders to optimise outcomes, manage claims and ensure compliance, safety and sustainability across the