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Commercial Manager – Major Infrastructure Portfolio – Sydney NSW (2026)

Sydney NSW, Australia

Job Type

Permanent

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On Site

Role Overview

A major Australian infrastructure organisation is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to lead commercial workstreams across a diverse portfolio of complex capital projects based in Sydney.

This role partners closely with Project Managers and Contract Managers to ensure commercial strategy is applied consistently across projects, risks are effectively managed, and contractual obligations are met throughout the project lifecycle. It is a senior, hands-on position with influence across delivery, governance and stakeholder decision-making.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead commercial management across a portfolio of infrastructure projects

  • Develop and implement consistent commercial and contracting strategies

  • Partner with Project Managers to support effective project delivery

  • Work closely with Contract Managers to manage risk, variations and claims

  • Ensure contractual obligations are understood and met across projects

  • Provide commercial advice on procurement, delivery models and risk allocation

  • Support commercial governance, reporting and decision-making frameworks

  • Engage with senior internal stakeholders and external delivery partners


About You

  • 10–15 years’ experience in commercial management within infrastructure or major projects

  • Background in engineering, law, commerce or a related discipline

  • Strong experience managing contracts, risk and commercial frameworks

  • Proven ability to operate across multiple projects simultaneously

  • Comfortable partnering with delivery-focused project and contract teams

  • Strong stakeholder management and negotiation capability

  • Structured, pragmatic and commercially astute approach


Why Apply

  • Long-term role within a stable, well-funded infrastructure portfolio

  • Exposure to complex and technically interesting capital projects

  • High level of influence across project delivery and commercial outcomes

  • Collaborative working environment with experienced delivery teams

  • Clear career pathway within a respected infrastructure organisation

  • Sydney-based role supporting work-life sustainability


How to Apply

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About Aequalis Consulting

Aequalis Consulting is a specialist recruitment firm supporting infrastructure, energy, finance and project-based organisations across New South Wales, Queensland and Victoria. We provide informed, market-aligned recruitment solutions for complex and senior appointments.

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