Senior Commercial Manager

About DT Infrastructure

DT Infrastructure is a trusted provider of engineering and construction solutions that unlock opportunities for our clients, communities and people. Specialising in Defence, transport and infrastructure, we offer a unique synergy of local expertise in complex projects and the global perspective of our multinational parent company, Gamuda Berhad. Through engineering innovation, collaborative contracting and leading sustainability practices we’re unlocking opportunities for a better tomorrow.

About the role

DT Infrastructure is seeking an accomplished Senior Commercial Manager to lead the commercial delivery of a major renewable energy project in North Queensland.

Based in our Brisbane Head Office and reporting to the Commercial Director across Renewables projects in Queensland, you will provide strategic commercial leadership throughout the project lifecycle.

Partnering closely with the Project Director, you'll be responsible for developing and executing the commercial strategy, safeguarding contractual entitlements, leading procurement and contract management activities, driving financial performance, and ensuring robust commercial governance across the project.

Leading a high-performing commercial team, you'll mentor and develop Commercial Managers, Contracts Managers and Contracts Administrators while fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement. This is a rare opportunity to shape the commercial success of a nationally significant renewable energy project while contributing to the continued growth of DT Infrastructure's renewable energy portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the project's commercial strategy, governance and contractual performance from project commencement through to completion.
• Partner with the Project Director to manage commercial risk, financial performance, procurement strategy and contractual compliance.
• Provide leadership and development to the project commercial team, fostering capability, collaboration and high performance.
• Lead complex commercial negotiations, claims, variations and dispute resolution while protecting DT Infrastructure's contractual position.
• Drive commercial reporting, forecasting, cost management and continuous improvement to deliver successful project outcomes.

About you

• A Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• Extensive experience leading the commercial function on major infrastructure, civil construction or renewable energy projects.
• Demonstrated success developing commercial strategies, managing complex contracts and delivering strong financial and commercial outcomes.
• Proven leadership experience managing multidisciplinary commercial teams and building trusted relationships with executive stakeholders, clients and supply chain partners.
• Outstanding commercial acumen, negotiation skills and a comprehensive understanding of Australian construction contracts, procurement and commercial risk management.

Why work for DTI

• Competitive pay that reflects your contribution: We reward performance and impact, with our remuneration benchmarked to market.  

• Purpose-driven careers in infrastructure: As we grow our presence in the renewable energy sector, DTI is also continuing to cement its position as a delivery partner of choice across rail, roads and Defence infrastructure projects. Our teams benefit from the variety of opportunities, applying their skills and experience across multiple sectors.  

• Fostering your development: We’ve developed a culture where continuous learning is front and centre of everything we do. Fostering the growth and development of our people is key to our success and ensuring that we are preparing the next generation of leaders is a core focus for our business.   

• Parental leave designed for the reality of family life: Our industry leading parental leave policies are centred on flexibility to support modern family life, because at DTI, little families are a part of our one big family.  

• Flexibility that works for you and for us: We acknowledge that everyone’s needs are different in striking the right work-life integration. Whether it’s hybrid working, adjusted hours, job sharing or balancing family commitments, we’ll work together to make it work.  

DT Infrastructure is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that champions opportunity and respect. Our focus on inclusivity is active and ongoing. Women, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and former members of the Australian Defence Force are encouraged to apply.  
 
Visit www.DTInfrastructure.com.au to explore how DTI can support your career progression, unlock personal advantages and apply for our opportunities.  
 

How to apply  
  
If you are looking to make a meaningful impact and join our team, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your updated CV online to be considered for this role.    
  
If you have any questions or issues submitting your application, please reach out to careers@dtinfrastructure.com.au.