" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eProject Commercial Manager\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"20702\"\u003e Commercial/Legal \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"20703\"\u003e Commercial/Contracts \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"20704\"\u003e Sydney \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"20705\"\u003e Permanent / Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 4/11/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupportive and experienced leadership team within a Tier 1 Joint Venture\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLong-term project opportunity delivering critical wastewater infrastructure\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSenior role with influence across commercial strategy, risk and project outcomes\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout the role\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eMcConnell Dowell, in Joint Venture with Gamuda Australia, is seeking an experienced \u003cstrong\u003eProject Commercial Manager\u003c/strong\u003e to join our project team delivering Sydney Water\u0027s Willoughby Submain Amplification Project across Sydney\u0027s Lower North Shore.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e This major wastewater infrastructure project involves the construction of a 2.5km tunnel, incorporating micro-tunnelling, shaft construction, sewer connections and associated underground infrastructure works.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Reporting into the Project Director and functionally to the Regional Commercial Manager, you will be responsible for the overall commercial, contractual, financial and procurement management of the project. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWorking closely with the Project Director and Regional Commercial Manager, you\u0027ll play a key role in driving commercial strategy, managing project risks and opportunities, and ensuring strong contractual and financial performance throughout the project lifecycle.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Key Responsibilities\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead and manage all commercial, contractual, financial and procurement activities across the project.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDevelop and implement commercial strategies to achieve financial targets and maximise project performance.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOversee cost and revenue forecasting, reporting, risk management and financial performance.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eManage contract administration, compensation events, variations, claims and commercial negotiations.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvide commercial leadership and guidance to the Project Delivery Team, ensuring contractual obligations and project margins are protected.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork closely with senior project leadership to drive commercial outcomes and support the development of project personnel.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout You\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eMinimum 5 years\u0027 experience in a Commercial Manager role within civil infrastructure, utilities or construction.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong understanding of construction contracts and subcontract agreements, with NEC4 and incentivised target cost experience highly regarded.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProven experience in project forecasting, cost control, financial performance and commercial risk management.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong contractual knowledge, with the ability to manage variations, claims, negotiations and dispute resolution.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent commercial acumen, stakeholder management and communication skills.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA proactive, solutions-focused approach with the ability to identify opportunities and drive strong commercial outcomes.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat\u0027s on Offer?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eJoin a major Sydney Water infrastructure project within an established Joint Venture.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSenior commercial leadership role with the opportunity to shape project strategy and performance.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExposure to a technically complex underground infrastructure project.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork alongside an experienced and supportive project leadership team.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLong-term project opportunity through to completion\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy join us?\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The work you\u0027ll do will have a tangible positive impact on people\u0027s lives, including yours. The diversity of our projects, roles and locations means greater development opportunities. \u003cbr\u003eWe invest in our people to set and reach personal and professional goals and we have some of the best mentoring minds in the business to help you do that.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBecause when you grow, we all grow.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e McConnell Dowell actively seeks and celebrates diversity, inclusion, and individuality. In a culture low on ego and high on support, we encourage everyone to make an impact. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe\u0027re big enough to take on community-shaping projects, but agile enough for you to have an influence on how we do things.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e So, join us, be you, and help us create better together. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration:underline\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApply now!\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eWe are an equal opportunity employer. People of all ages, abilities, sexual orientation, gender identities and cultures including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are strongly encouraged to apply.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e Please note all successful applicants must hold valid work rights for Australia and pass a satisfactory pre-employment medical which includes drug and alcohol checks.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e This role is being sourced through McConnell Dowell directly and not accepting applications via external recruitment agencies.\u003c/em\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"934700\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "