Onsite Commercial Manager

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About the role

  • Commercial Manager leading the Rosedale Upgrade Programme at Watercare. Overseeing the commercial strategy and management of large-scale infrastructure projects in Auckland.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the commercial strategy and management of the Rosedale Upgrade Programme (RUP).
  • Ensure strong commercial outcomes across the full project lifecycle.
  • Provide strategic oversight across a complex portfolio of projects.
  • Manage risk and ensure robust financial and contractual controls are in place.
  • Lead and grow a high-performing commercial team supporting the successful delivery of this critical programme.

Requirements

  • 10+ years’ experience in commercial management within large-scale infrastructure projects or programmes.
  • Chartered professional qualification (CPEng, MRICS, CPA, CA or equivalent).
  • Proven experience leading commercial teams on programmes exceeding $500M in value.
  • Strong track record delivering projects within budget while effectively managing commercial risk.
  • Extensive experience with NZS 3910, NZS 3916, NEC, and other contract frameworks
  • Advanced knowledge of procurement strategy, contract law, and commercial risk management.
  • Experience operating within public sector governance and audit environments
  • Demonstrated ability to influence and engage senior executives and board-level stakeholders.
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Experience in water or wastewater infrastructure is advantageous but not essential.

Benefits

  • Training and development opportunities
  • Life and income protection insurance plans
  • Generous parental leave
  • Employee discounts at a range of large retailers

Job title

Commercial Manager

Job type

Experience level

SeniorLead

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Professional Certificate

Location requirements

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